Tropical storm Bertha makes landfall: Strong winds and flooding threat looms in US

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Tropical Storm Bertha made landfall in southern Louisiana bringing strong winds, storm surges, and heavy rain to the US Gulf Coast. The system is expected to weaken as it moves inland, but severe storms and flooding threats persist.

Tropical Storm Bertha made landfall in southern Louisiana with strong winds. The storm brought storm surge and heavy rain to the US Gulf Coast. Forecasters expect the system to weaken steadily after moving inland. Meanwhile, severe storms caused tornado reports and flash floods elsewhere. Hurricane Fausto remains offshore in the eastern Pacific.