Torrential downpours have flooded the Atlanta, GA area forcing many local highways, roads and bridges to close, slowing the delivery of mail, newsstand and newspapers to the effected areas.  Although the rain has diminished for the time being, there are additional storms heading toward the area threatening to worsen the current conditions, especially for the northern and northwestern suburbs of Atlanta.  The National Weather Service has extended the flood watch until 8pm this evening, but further delays can be expected if the advancing storms contribute to the nearly 24 inches of rain that many areas received throughout Monday.

Over-the-Road Conditions

Major Interstate Closures:

I-20 closed in both directions between Fulton Industrial Boulevard in south Fulton County and Fairburn Road in Douglas County.

I-285 closed between South Cobb Drive and Donald Lee Hollowell Parkway.

I-575 closed in both directions at U.S. 92 in Cherokee County.

For a more detailed list of specific road closures, please visit the following link: http://www.11alive.com/news/local/story.aspx?storyid=135442&catid=40

Worldcolor Logistics (WCL) will continue to monitor the situation and implement the best course of action to mitigate the effects of the Atlanta flooding.  Currently, all WCL trucks are out to deliver and will continue to navigate the effected areas as efficiently as the conditions will allow.  WCL will provide additional updates should further delays become likely.

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Prologix Distribution Services has announced that it will close down the picking and return systems processing in its Nashville (La Vergne), Tennessee, distribution center, effective August 15^th.  The facility will remain open as a depot for select weekly titles; however, all other product must be diverted to the existing Prologix distribution center in Knoxville, TN. 

CMG is effecting the necessary allotment changes for issues going on-sale on or after August 25^th (pre-weekend August 20^th).

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Plans for new terminals are being scrapped in favor of renovations, and just about any capital project that can be put off — whether for new gates, taxiways, roads or lights — is getting the red light.  “At the Cincinnati-Northern Kentucky International Airport, passengers are so scarce that a long-term parking lot will soon be turned into temporary housing for 900 horses attending equestrian games in the nearby bluegrass countryside.”  The New York Times June 23, 2009

Blizzards and Flooding in North Dakota Affecting Delivery
Blizzards tormented an already flooded North Dakota over the weekend, slowing the delivery of mail, newsstand and newspapers to most of the state. Although the snow storms seem to be decreasing in severity, there are threats of worsening conditions as storms are still developing in the area. There have been reports of up to 24 inches of snow and with the temperature expected to increase over the next week, there is potential for melting snow to add to the flooding. Truck stops and rest areas are overflowing with truck drivers who have had to pull over because of closed roads and general safety issues in the current conditions.Due to the heavy snow, flooding and reduced visibility, the North Dakota Department of Transportation has issued a no travel advisory for Southeastern North Dakota including Valley City, Jamestown, Fargo, Wahpeton and surrounding areas. Roads in Northeast portions of North Dakota are reported to be dangerous due to continuous ice, and the majority of the affected areas are experiencing road closures and frequent detours.

Over-the-Road Conditions

I-29 at EXIT 69 (CO RD 20) to EXIT 100 (JCT ND 200-A) NB & SB uses same detour: I-94 to ND 18 to ND 200-A

ND 66 – from ND 44 to the Red River Crossing – Use Alternate Routes

ND 54 – from I-29 to the Red River

US BUS. HWY 2, Sorlie Bridge in Grand Forks

ND 17 Bridge over Red River East of Grafton at MM 138

ND 13 AT MM 384.5, EB use detour at CO 81 North to CO 10, then East to CO 87, then South at ND 210; WB – use reverse detour

ND 200, Near Hazen, from JCT ND 200-A to JCT 1806 use alternate route ND1806 or US 83

ND 5 from I-29 to the Red River, East of Joliette MM332 to 335

Also no travel advised on ND 36 from Tuttle to Pettibone. Traffic is reduced to one lane due to heavy snow.

Several other highways and roads in the Central and Southeastern parts of the state maintain a traveler alert but are allowing traffic. These road alerts include considerable snow coverage, drifting, ice and flooding.

Quebecor World Logistics will continue to monitor the effects of this winter storm and provide updates if any further delays become likely. Currently, all QWL trucks are out to deliver and will continue to navigate the effected areas as efficiently as the conditions will allow.

For more information on the specific road closures, please visit the following link for a map of the effected areas:
http://www.dot.nd.gov/roadreport/roadreport/roadreport.asp

For more information regarding Quebecor World Logistics or for access to past news publications, visit our Web site at www.qwlogistics.com.

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Chantelle Mika
Quebecor World Logistics