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Tropical Storm Bertha in the Gulf of Mexico is moving toward the Florida Panhandle and Alabama
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Associated Press , KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· July 21, 2026
· 3 min read
Tropical Storm Bertha strengthened in the Gulf of Mexico and was moving slowly toward the Florida Panhandle and Alabama, causing a tropical storm warning and storm surge watches, forecasters said. The storm was about 110 miles (177 kilometers) south of Panama City, Florida, and 170 miles (274 kil...
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Key takeaway A storm surge watch, indicating rising, possible life-threatening water moving inland from the coast within 48 hours, was issued from the Alabama and Florida border to the mouth of the Mississippi River, the hurricane center reported.
Why this matters in The San Antonio
As Tropical Storm Bertha moves toward the Florida Panhandle and Alabama, San Antonio residents should be aware of the potential for heavy rain and flash flooding in the coming days. Although the storm is expected to stay near the northern Gulf Coast, its trajectory westward toward Texas could bring significant rainfall to the area. With the storm surge watch and tropical storm warning in effect for parts of Louisiana, Alabama, and Florida, it's likely that the effects of Bertha will be felt in San Antonio, particularly in terms of increased rainfall. The National Hurricane Center's prediction of 3 to 5 inches of rainfall along the Louisiana coastline, with higher amounts in some areas, suggests that San Antonio could see similar amounts of rain, potentially leading to flash flooding. Residents in low-lying areas should be prepared for possible flooding and stay informed about the storm's progress.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 21, 2026 ·
Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) ·
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