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Tropical Storm Bertha strikes Gulf Coast near the Texas-Louisiana line in second landfall
Summary by The Nashville Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by AP via Scripps News Group , NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate)
· July 24, 2026
· 3 min read
Tropical Storm Bertha made a second landfall Thursday near the Texas-Louisiana state line after grazing southern Louisiana in a slow crawl that triggered heavy surf and some flooding along the Gulf Coast. Forecasters said more flooding was possible as heavy rains moved onshore into southeast Texa...
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Key takeaway Bertha moved inland about 75 miles northeast of Galveston, Texas, on Thursday afternoon, the National Hurricane Center said.
Why this matters in The Nashville
Nashville residents may be wondering how Tropical Storm Bertha's landfall near the Texas-Louisiana line could impact the local community. Although the storm is not directly affecting Nashville, its presence in the Gulf Coast region may have indirect effects on the city's transportation and commerce. With the storm causing flooding and heavy surf in southeast Texas, Nashville's businesses and industries that rely on trade with the Gulf Coast region may experience disruptions in their supply chains. Additionally, Nashville's airport may see flight delays or cancellations due to the storm's impact on air travel in the region. As the storm is expected to weaken and dissipate by Friday, Nashville residents can expect any potential disruptions to be short-lived. However, it is still important for local businesses and residents to be aware of the potential impacts and plan accordingly.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 24, 2026 ·
Source: NewsChannel 5 WTVF (CBS affiliate) ·
Reading time: 3 min
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What is this story about? Tropical Storm Bertha made a second landfall Thursday near the Texas-Louisiana state line after grazing southern Louisiana in a slow crawl that triggered heavy surf and some flooding along the Gulf Coast. Forecasters said more flooding was possible as heavy rains moved onshore into southeast Texa...
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