Tropical Storm Bertha made landfall on the southern coast of Louisiana on Wednesday. The National Hurricane Center reported that the storm moved slowly across the region, bringing sustained winds and heavy rain to the Gulf Coast area.
Meteorologists noted that the storm's tropical-storm-force winds extended up to 100 miles from its center at the time of landfall. Local authorities monitored the system for potential flooding and wind damage as it progressed inland.
The storm affected coastal areas in Louisiana, with its broader weather patterns reaching parts of Florida and Alabama. Forecasters advised residents in the path of the storm to monitor local weather updates for rainfall totals and potential storm surges.