Tropical Storm Bertha weakens, continues to dump rain on Gulf Coast

Summary by The Atlanta Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Bob D'Angelo, Cox Media Group National Content Desk, WSB-TV (ABC) - News · July 22, 2026 · 2 min read

Tropical Storm Bertha continued its westward crawl on Wednesday, bringing rains and possible flooding to the northern Gulf Coast. Read more trending news Bertha continues westward track Update 7:58 a.m. ET July 22: In its 8 a.m. ET intermediate advisory on Wednesday, the National Hurricane Center...

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As Tropical Storm Bertha continues to bring rain to the Gulf Coast, Atlanta residents may be wondering how this storm could impact the city. Although Bertha is not expected to directly affect Atlanta, the storm's heavy rainfall could lead to increased water levels in local rivers and streams that flow into the Gulf of Mexico. This could potentially cause flooding in low-lying areas near the Chattahoochee River, which forms part of the city's western border. Additionally, the storm's outer rain bands could bring much-needed rain to the Atlanta area, helping to alleviate drought conditions that have persisted throughout the summer. As the storm continues to move west, Atlanta residents should monitor local weather forecasts for any potential impacts on the city's waterways and drought conditions. The city's emergency management officials will likely be keeping a close eye on the storm's progress, ready to respond if necessary.

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Category: local · Published: July 22, 2026 · Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News · Reading time: 2 min

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Tropical Storm Bertha weakens, continues to dump rain on Gulf Coast

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