Tropical Storm Bertha Strengthens as Gulf Coast Braces for Flooding and Surge Tropical Storm Bertha is slowly making its way towards the Florida Panhandle and Alabama, prompting concerns about flooding and storm surges.
The Gulf Coast has a history of devastating hurricane related disasters, including Katrina in 2005 and Harvey and Michael in recent years.
Bertha's strengthening winds and heavy rainfall will have significant impacts on the region, despite not yet reaching hurricane strength.