Monitoring Potential Tropical Cyclone

Announcement Number: CN2021-38
Categories: General Announcements
Posted Date: June 18, 2021

To Our Customers,

We are currently monitoring a potential tropical cyclone forming in the Gulf of Mexico. Tropical storm conditions are expected to begin late Friday, winds of at least 40 mph are expected. As of this morning, the Union Pacific New Orleans interchange with CSX and Norfolk Southern is expected to remain open through the storm, this is subject to change based on weather conditions.

We are making preparations along our network to ensure any potential outages are addressed and repaired as quickly as possible.

  • Generators, rail ballast and panels are being staged at strategic locations.
  • Additional drivers will be available in anticipation of any service road closures to assist with crew availability on trains.

We will provide additional updates as any service interruptions result from the upcoming storm. If you have any questions, please contact Customer Care & Support at 800-272-8777 or your Union Pacific representative.