Baltimore bridge tragedy to affect rail traffic with port access blocked (updated)

" CSX told customers to expect delays in the wake of the bridge collapse. “While freight traffic has not been entirely halted in the region, certain commodities have been affected by the incident. CSX is actively communicating with customers to provide updates on their shipment statuses as the situation evolves,” the railroad said in a statement.

CSX said it has the capacity to dispatch additional trains to CSX-served coal terminals in Baltimore. “Contingency plans are being implemented and CSX is in contact with existing coal customers through these terminals,” the railroad said. “The company currently intends to keep its Curtis Bay Coal Pier facility operational but will continue to assess the circumstances to determine appropriate actions moving forward.”

All international intermodal shipments destined for Baltimore have been suspended, CSX said: “The CSX team is working with International customers to identify alternative solutions to support cargo movement to and from Baltimore. It’s important to note that domestic intermodal traffic on CSX destined for local Baltimore remains unaffected.” "

Strategic attack?

https://www.trains.com/trn/news-reviews/news-wire/baltimore-bridge-tragedy-to-affect-rail-traffic-with-port-access-blocked/