Event Brief
Tropical Storm Bertha forms; Gulf Coast watch issued
Filed: Jul 20, 2026 at 11:00 PM ET
Summary: NHC says Tropical Depression 2 strengthened into Tropical Storm Bertha, prompting a Tropical Storm Watch and heavy rain risk.
WHO: National Hurricane Center (NHC)
WHAT: Tropical Depression 2 strengthens into Tropical Storm Bertha; a Tropical Storm Watch is issued for parts of the Florida Panhandle.
WHEN: Jul 15, 2026 at 9:12 AM ET
WHERE: Florida Panhandle (Gulf Coast)
WHY: NHC warns heavy rain and possible flash flooding along the Gulf Coast as the storm strengthens.
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