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Slow-Moving Tropical Storm Bertha Threatens Gulf Coast Logistics

Tropical Storm Bertha is advancing slowly along the Gulf Coast, presenting significant risks to freight operations through Thursday. The storm's sluggish pace threatens to compound logistics challenges through extended coastal flooding and heavy rainfall. While this hurricane season is expected to remain relatively quiet due to El Niño conditions, meteorologists warn that slow-moving tropical systems like Bertha can still inflict serious damage to supply chains. Localized heavy downpours and storm surge pose particular threats to port operations and ground transportation networks in affected areas. Logistics operators should monitor the storm's trajectory closely and prepare contingency plans for potential disruptions to coastal freight corridors and distribution centers in the Gulf region.