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Tropical Storm Bertha threatens coastal flooding, gusty winds as it trudges along the Gulf Coast
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by CNN , KVIA ABC-7
· July 22, 2026
· 5 min read
CNN, EVAN BACORN, FACEBOOK , BOBBY STEWART, LEWIS COUNTY COMMISSIONER, @WVGOVERNOR, WTAP, WLWT-D2, WKRC, DERRICK HOUSTON, WABC, JASON MEDINA, FaceBook / Bobby Stewart, Lewis County Commissioner, FaceBook / @wvgovernor, Facebook / Jason Medina By Meteorologists Dakota Smith, Briana Waxman, and Chr...
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Key takeaway Get your storm forecast in the CNN Weather app Bertha’s maximum sustained winds were 50 mph as of early Wednesday morning, down 10 mph from Tuesday evening.
Why this matters in The El Paso
While Tropical Storm Bertha's impact is expected to be felt along the Gulf Coast, El Paso residents can breathe a sigh of relief as the storm's trajectory is not predicted to directly affect the city. However, the storm's moisture may still have an indirect impact on the region's weather patterns. As the storm system moves towards the Upper Texas Coast, it's possible that El Paso may experience an increase in humidity and potentially some scattered thunderstorms later in the week. Additionally, the storm's effects on the Gulf Coast may also impact transportation and commerce in the region, which could have a ripple effect on El Paso's economy. Residents should continue to monitor the storm's progress and be aware of any potential changes in the weather forecast . The city's emergency management officials should also be prepared to respond to any potential flooding or severe weather events that may arise from the storm's remnants.
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Category: government ·
Published: July 22, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 5 min
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What is this story about? CNN, EVAN BACORN, FACEBOOK , BOBBY STEWART, LEWIS COUNTY COMMISSIONER, @WVGOVERNOR, WTAP, WLWT-D2, WKRC, DERRICK HOUSTON, WABC, JASON MEDINA, FaceBook / Bobby Stewart, Lewis County Commissioner, FaceBook / @wvgovernor, Facebook / Jason Medina By Meteorologists Dakota Smith, Briana Waxman, and Chr...
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