Tropical Storm Bertha Forming: Gulf Coast Alert

A tropical depression is expected to strengthen into Tropical Storm Bertha today, with a threat of heavy rain along the Gulf Coast from the Florida Panhandle to Louisiana and Texas. Dr. Greg Postel has the latest update. Stay with The Weather Channel for live coverage and alerts. [Posted: July 20, 2026 at 11 a.m. EDT] #TheWeatherChannel #WeatherChannel #Weather #News #GulfCoast