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Tropical Storm Bertha could cause rain, flooding in Galveston County
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· July 21, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Forecasts from the National Weather Service indicate that Bertha is expected to lose strength over time.
Tropical Storm Bertha is a weather system that could potentially bring rain and flooding to Galveston County. The storm is currently growing in strength.
Forecasts from the National Weather Service indicate that Bertha is expected to lose strength over time. According to these predictions, the storm will return to tropical depression status before it has a major impact on Texas.
Further information about Tropical Storm Bertha and its potential effects on Galveston County can be found in the Galveston County Daily News.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 21, 2026 ·
Source: Galveston County Daily News ·
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