# Tropical Storm Bertha Heads for Louisiana | Portland Maine News

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Podcast: [Portland Maine News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/portland-maine-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7600695)
Published: 2026-07-21T11:41:14+00:00
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Tropical Storm Bertha is chugging northwest at 5 mph in the Gulf, packing 50 mph winds and set to strengthen to 60 mph before easing—landfall expected near Louisiana late Wednesday or Thursday. Storm surge watches are up with 2-4 ft possible near landfall and 1-3 ft east toward Florida’s Big Bend. Coastal rain totals: 2-4 inches, with isolated spots hitting 6 inches. Slow but serious—stay alert if you’re along the Gulf Coast. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/872eccb8e9f173d4

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