Depression Expected to Intensify into Tropical Storm Bertha, Threatening Southeast with Rain and Storm Surge
A depression is forecast to intensify into Tropical Storm Bertha, with rain expected to impact the Southeast region. The National Hurricane Center (NHC) also noted potential storm surge of 1 to 3 feet along the immediate coast.
New York, NY, July 20, 2026 —
A weather system currently classified as a depression is projected to strengthen into Tropical Storm Bertha, bringing anticipated rainfall to the Southeast region. The National Hurricane Center (NHC) has issued forecasts indicating the potential intensification of this system.
In addition to expected rainfall, the NHC has alerted coastal areas to the possibility of storm surge. Forecasters anticipate a storm surge of 1 to 3 feet along the immediate coast. The specific areas that may experience these conditions have not been detailed in the provided summary.
Further details regarding the storm’s track, intensity, and specific impacts, such as wind speeds and the precise timing of landfall or closest approach, were not provided in the summary. Residents in the Southeast are advised to monitor official weather advisories for the latest information and guidance.
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