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Tornadoes have swept through states like Michigan, damaging facilities like a FedEx depot in Portage. Plus, a major storm continues to unleash rain, snow, and wind across Montana.
Tornado sirens and weather alerts are becoming all too familiar sounds across the U.S. as severe weather impacts key freight corridors. Here's a snapshot of how these storms are disrupting freight movement and what it means for the industry:
MASSIVE #Tornado #Damage caused at this FedEx Warehouse in Portage, #Michigan. #MIwx. Trucks, Semis, and other FedEx Cars tossed like toys.
— Chicago & Midwest Storm Chasers (@ChicagoMWeather) May 8, 2024
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Major Impacts: Tornadoes have swept through states like Michigan, damaging facilities like a FedEx depot in Portage. This has led to significant disruptions, with vehicles trapped and operations halted. Elsewhere, in Oklahoma, Kansas, Nebraska, and Missouri, severe storms are forcing reroutes and closures, affecting critical lanes like I-40, I-44, and I-35.
Direct Hits: The freight sector is taking a beating with key assets like Will Rogers World Airport and Wichita National Airport facing operational challenges. This forces businesses and logistics planners to scramble, ensuring the safety of drivers and security of cargo.
Snow and Wind: Beyond tornadoes, a major storm continues to unleash rain, snow, and wind across Montana. Blizzard warnings and winter storm advisories are in place, complicating ground transportation and delivery schedules.
The ripple effects of these weather events on freight movement are substantial:
Sources: WeatherOptics | The Weather Channel | BBC News | KTVH
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