An Extreme Heat Warning remains in effect 11AM to 8PM this evening as dangerously hot conditions are expected with high temperatures between 97 and 104 and heat index values up to 116.
A weakening Tropical Storm Bertha will be approaching the Upper Texas Coast late Thursday morning/early afternoon before becoming a Tropical Depression once it makes landfall. A Tropical Storm Watch has been issued for Chambers County and the coastal portions of Galveston and Brazoria counties, including Galveston Bay and northern waters, through 6 AM on Friday. Efforts should be underway to protect life and property in the vulnerable areas.
Tropical Storm Bertha is currently drifting westward in the eastern Gulf, with maximum sustained wind speeds of 60 mph.
The system is expected to continue west, tracking towards our area later in the week. However, increasing wind shear, dry air, and land interaction with Louisiana are expected to limit Bertha's organization as it approaches southeast Texas. That being said, it is advised that you keep updated with the latest updates in case trends change.
An Ozone Action Day is in effect for the Houston, Galveston, & Brazoria areas for Wednesday, July 22. Air quality may be unhealthy for sensitive groups.
A Beach Hazards Statement is in effect from Thursday morning through Friday morning. Strong rip currents are expected, and minor coastal flooding is possible north of Port Bolivar, especially at times of high tide. The main concern is along the Gulf-facing beaches and primary impacts including flooding of lots, parks, and roads with only isolated road closures. Remain out of the water to avoid hazardous swimming conditions.
A Small Craft Advisory is in effect from 11AM this morning through 6AM on Friday for our southern waters from Freeport to Matagorda Shipping Channel. Expect seas of 4 to 6 feet and southwest winds 10 to 20 knots with gusts up to 30 knots.
Scattered showers and thunderstorms associated with the outer bands of Tropical Storm Bertha are expected. The region is under a Marginal Risk (level 1 of 5) for severe weather, with potential impacts including damaging wind gusts, brief heavy downpours, and frequent lightning.
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