- Analysis of Derechos and How They Are Changingby Morgan VogtWhat Are Derechos? In the weather world, derechos are fast-moving bands of thunderstorms with destructive winds. The winds can be as strong as those found in hurricanes and tornadoes! To be classified as a derecho, the winds have to exceed 57 miles per hour, a damage path must be at least 240 miles long, “severe wind reports must progress…
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- Tropical Storm Bertha is here: Southern LA/MS/AL forecast – 7/22/2026by Summer CarringtonHowdy! Tropical Storm Bertha is currently impacting the region, expected to produce some locally heavy rainfall and strong winds. Some localized flash flooding is possible, rain amounts ranging from 1-4 inches. By Friday, the storm will have dissipated and the heat will return to us. TODAY/TONIGHT The biggest concern in the weather currently is Tropical Storm Bertha as it…
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- Gulf Coast Forecast Refresh – 07/22/26by Julian HendersonGood afternoon! As of noon CDT, the temperatures are rising, with a few spots already hitting 90ºF. These temperatures will continue to rise until about 4 this afternoon, when highs should reach the mid-upper 90s for most spots. As always, make sure to hydrate yourself adequately, avoid difficult physical labor outdoors for extended periods of time, and wear cool…
- Bertha Nears Gulf Coast Landfall- 7/22/26 Regional Forecastby Kayden PageTropical Storm Bertha is anticipated to make landfall this evening near the central Louisiana coast as a tropical storm with wind speeds of around 46 mph. Tropical Storm Bertha is currently located about 110 miles west-southwest of Panama City, Florida, moving west at a little less than 6mph. Bertha has maximum sustained winds of 58 mph, with gusts up…
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- Regional Forecast – 7/15/26by Morgan VogtTonight As Tropical Storm Bertha pushes northwest, the outer bands will move across the Gulf Coast, bringing showers and thunderstorms in West FL and southern AL, MS, and LA. Localized flash flooding is possible throughout these states. Also, a line of thunderstorms will move into TN during the evening, bringing high winds and possible hail. Thunderstorms are forming along…





