From Iberia Parish President M. Larry Richard;
Iberia Parish Government and NWS Lake Charles are continuing to track Tropical Storm Bertha. Here is the latest summary of what our parish can expect:
System Status & Intensity
  • Current Strength: Upgraded to Tropical Storm Bertha with maximum sustained winds of 50 mph.
  • Intensification Risk: While slight strengthening is possible as it tracks west-northwest toward southeast Louisiana, the chance of rapid intensification remains very low due to surrounding dry air and wind shear.
  • Surge & Rainfall: The risk for storm surge is currently very low. Coastline rainfall totals are forecast between 1 and 1.5 inches through Saturday.
Track & Local Weakening
  • Path: Bertha is forecast to move westward along the Louisiana coastline on Thursday.
  • Impact on Iberia Parish: As the storm approaches south-central Louisiana and Iberia Parish, land interaction, dry air, and increasing wind shear are expected to cause the system to gradually weaken.
Timing of Local Impacts
  • Primary Impact Window: The main weather impacts for Iberia Parish—primarily heavy rainfall and localized gusty winds—are expected to arrive Thursday and Friday.
What You Should Do
  1. Clear Drainage: Check catch basins, culverts, and ditches around your home to ensure rain runoff isn’t blocked by debris.
  2. Secure Loose Objects: Secure outdoor furniture, trash cans, or light yard items before Thursday.
  3. Stay Connected: Continue monitoring official Iberia Parish Government social media pages and local news stations for additional updates.

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