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World Trade Bridge suspension costs Laredo business, Congressman Cuellar says
Summary by Laredo News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Emma Galle , as published by KGNS (NBC/ABC affiliate) — Local News
· July 19, 2026
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Key points Congressman Henry Cuellar's office is involved in coordinating these efforts with various officials. Business in Laredo is being affected by a recent incident at the World Trade Bridge.
Business in Laredo is being affected by a recent incident at the World Trade Bridge. The city has temporarily closed the bridge due to safety concerns. This decision was made after buoys broke loose from the Rio Grande riverbed and drifted to the bridge during flooding.
Local and federal agencies are monitoring the situation. Efforts are underway to recover the buoys. Congressman Henry Cuellar's office is involved in coordinating these efforts with various officials.
Further details about the incident and its impact on the community are available through KGNS.
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Category: business ·
Published: July 19, 2026 ·
Source: KGNS (NBC/ABC affiliate) — Local News ·
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