Tropical Storm Bertha remained disorganized on July 23, 2026, with the expectation that the weather system could impact Texas again. The projection points to a second arrival in the American state next week, bringing conditions of strong winds and intense rain.
Storm warning and strong winds in the region
The National Hurricane Center (NHC) reported that Bertha registered winds of 45 miles per hour as it moved near the southwest coast of Louisiana. A tropical storm warning is in effect for the coastal strip stretching from Morgan City, Louisiana, to Sargent, Texas. The eastern portion of Morgan City, which was under alert, was cleared.
Forecast of new arrival in Texas and storm intensity
Little change in the intensity of Tropical Storm Bertha is expected over the next few hours. The storm is forecast to make another landfall in southeast Texas during the afternoon or evening of July 27, 2026, a Monday. The system is expected to dissipate over the interior of Texas within 24 hours of this event.
Accumulation of rain and expected impacts
Tropical storm conditions are expected to spread across parts of southwest Louisiana and southeast Texas on July 27, 2026. Forecasts indicate that Bertha could generate 2 to 4 inches of rain along the northwest Gulf of Mexico coast, with the possibility of isolated rainfall reaching up to 6 inches. This scenario can cause:
- Flooding in coastal and low-lying areas.
- Difficulty in visibility on roads due to heavy rain.
- Possible disruptions to services and mobility in the affected region.
System trajectory and conditions in Florida
The weather system is expected to continue moving west. Meanwhile, in Central Florida, dry air is expected to prevail as Bertha moves away from the state. The most significant tropical moisture is not expected to begin returning to Florida until July 25, 2026.
History of the Atlantic hurricane season
Bertha formed on the evening of July 20, 2026, and is the second named storm of this year’s Atlantic hurricane season. The development of storms in the first months of the season is closely monitored by meteorologists, indicating the start of more intense activity in the region.
