Bertha Hits Coast as Season Shifts | Fargo News

Tropical Storm Bertha slams into southeastern Louisiana with up to three feet of storm surge and 60 mph winds, though forecasters expect it to weaken due to wind shear—bringing less rain than a slow-moving storm might. A tropical storm watch is active for New Orleans and southern Louisiana, with coastal flood warnings stretching from Mississippi to Texas. Despite predictions of a quieter hurricane season thanks to El Niño, unusually warm ocean waters—called “high octane water”—are fueling stronger storms, with the percentage of major hurricanes rising over the past 30 years. Officials stress: even with fewer storms, preparation is non-negotiable. Have an evacuation plan, check your insurance, document valuables, and don’t wait until the last minute—this season still packs a punch. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/461899f1dfbd8022