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Tropical Storm Bertha weakens to a Tropical Depression; No threat to South Florida

Summary by The Palm Beach Editorial Desk · Based on reporting from CBS12 · July 24, 2026 · 1 min read

Tropical Storm Bertha Weakens to a Tropical Depression; No Threat to South Florida.Tropical Storm Bertha has weakened and is now a tropical depression as it con

Why this matters in The Palm Beach

The downgrade of Tropical Storm Bertha to a tropical depression is welcome news for Palm Beach County residents, who can now breathe a sigh of relief that the storm no longer poses a threat to the area. This is particularly significant for coastal communities like the Town of Palm Beach, which is vulnerable to storm surges and flooding. The Palm Beach County Sheriff's Office and local government can now stand down from their storm preparations, but it's likely that emergency management officials will continue to monitor the situation to ensure that the storm's remnants do not cause any unexpected problems. With the Atlantic hurricane season still in its early stages, residents should remain vigilant and take this opportunity to review their storm plans and supplies, ensuring they are prepared for any future storms that may affect the area.

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Category: safety · Published: July 24, 2026 · Source: CBS12 · Reading time: 1 min

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Tropical Storm Bertha weakens to a Tropical Depression; No threat to South Florida

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