Beaches closed and sandbags filled as Tropical Storm Bertha approaches the Gulf Coast

Tropical Storm Bertha is heading toward the Gulf Coast, prompting beach closures and the deployment of sandbags as communities still reeling from Tropical Storm Arthur's flooding prepare for more rain. This storm's potential impact could exacerbate the existing flood damage, raising concerns for emergency services and local residents. With the Gulf Coast already vulnerable, the approach of Bertha underscores the ongoing challenges posed by consecutive tropical storms and the need for robust disaster preparedness and response measures.