Bertha gets bigger!

As of 5pm EDT, Bertha has proven just how hard it is to forecast storm intensity. Six hours ago, NHC was forecasting a slight increase to cat 2 strength. All of a sudden, Bertha has taken on new life and jumped to Cat 3 with 115 mph sustained wind! For the latest satellite imagery loops of Bertha, click here (anytime) or here (daytime only).