00:00Tropical storm Bertha is threatening the Texas Gulf Coast after striking Louisiana.
00:04Bertha made its first landfall in St. Bernard Parish before moving back over the Gulf.
00:10The storm is now heading west-northwest toward another landfall in Texas.
00:15Bertha is producing sustained winds of 45 mph with stronger gusts.
00:20Tropical storm warnings stretch from coastal Louisiana into parts of Texas.
00:25Heavy rain could trigger dangerous flash flooding across low-lying communities.
00:30Coastal flooding, rough surf, and hazardous rip currents are also expected.
00:35Offshore oil and gas operators have evacuated workers and secured facilities ahead of the storm.
00:41Forecasters say Bertha is unlikely to strengthen significantly before its second landfall.
00:46Even so, dangerous weather could continue well inland with heavy rainfall.
00:51Officials urge Gulf Coast residents to stay alert, monitor forecasts,
00:56and follow evacuation or safety instructions if issued.
