Tropical Storm Bertha battered Louisiana with 45 mph winds. It has since moved toward Texas. Heavy rain is expected near the Rio Grande Valley. The National Hurricane Center posted updates on its path. Officials underscored the importance to get ready for more storms later. Residents are encouraged to fasten loose items and monitor local alerts. The storm's forward speed remains average, but rainfall could grow quickly. Power outages have been reported in several parishes. Emergency shelters are open in impacted communities.
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5 AM Tropical Update: Bertha weakens - ABC7 WWSB
5 AM Tropical Update: Bertha weakens ABC7 WWSB
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Tropical Storm Bertha now has 45 mph winds after Louisiana landfall - WXII
Tropical Storm Bertha now has 45 mph winds after Louisiana landfall WXII
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Tropical Storm Bertha nears Texas coast; officials urge residents to use storm as a preparedness reminder - Click2Houston
Tropical Storm Bertha nears Texas coast; officials urge residents to use storm as a preparedness reminder Click2Houston
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Tropical Storm Bertha moves off Louisiana, heads for Texas. See forecast map and its path. - CBS News
Tropical Storm Bertha moves off Louisiana, heads for Texas. See forecast map and its path. CBS News
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Thursday, July 23: NHC's update on Tropical Storm Bertha - Rock Hill Herald
Thursday, July 23: NHC's update on Tropical Storm Bertha Rock Hill Herald