23 June 2010

Flood Waters Receding in Southern Alberta and Saskatchewan

Calgary Alberta - We continued to make progress restoring the southern mainline affected by washouts from the severe flooding in southern Alberta and Saskatchewan. As water levels slowly recede, engineering crews continue 24-7 work to return the line to service as soon and as safely as possible.
 
Following engineering assessments today, we are still expecting our southern route between Swift Current and Lethbridge to be open this weekend, barring any unforeseen weather issues. The southern mainline between Swift Current, Dunmore, Medicine Hat, and Calgary is expected to reopen next week.
 
Following the re-opening of the most southern route and the southern mainline, we will continue to secure all available detour routing for our trains from other railways as well as continue to reroute shipments on our northern route. Our operations team continues to update and implement the plans to move current and older shipments through the affected area.
 
Weather conditions have been more favourable with scattered showers. We will continue to provide updates and confirmation of line clear as it becomes available.
 
As shipment plans are solidified, the Customer Service Team will be providing updates. Further questions about the flooding or specific shipment problem resolution inquiries can be directed to our Customer Service Team at 1-888-333-8111.