ToolsGroup
MAY 17, 2022
Labor shortages and transportation struggles as a result of the pandemic impeded production even further, resulting in a true chlorine shortage. At the mercy of Hurricane Laura, the Louisiana production plant was completely eradicated. Want more ways to overcome supply chain disruptions? Image Source: USA Today.
Resilinc
APRIL 30, 2024
The 2024 hurricane season is expected to be extremely active, with multiple forecasts predicting above-average activity, increasing the potential for supply chain disruptions. Suppliers located in the affected area might be unable to provide necessary parts, leading to shortages further up the supply chain. #2
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GlobalTranz
FEBRUARY 12, 2021
The Louisiana Department of Transportation reported that all state-maintained roadways, except for I-20 and I-49 (sections that remain open), in the seven-parish Northwest region were deemed impassable because of winter weather conditions. All westbound lanes of I-40 near Albuquerque, NM are closed. Parts of I-20 in Texas are closed.
DAT Solutions
SEPTEMBER 13, 2017
Harvey hit Houston on Friday evening, August 25, and hung over the metro area for days, dumping more than 50 inches of rain on Southeastern Texas and Southwestern Louisiana. But rates remain elevated in the region due to supply chain disruptions and pent-up demand. That doesn't mean nothing has changed.
Elementum
SEPTEMBER 1, 2017
Harvey downgraded to a tropical depression on Wednesday night, August 29 but heavy rains and life-threatening flash floods are expected to continue in and around Houston, Beaumont/Port Arthur, eastward into southwest Louisiana for the rest of the week. The company is partnering with United Airlines to transport items from Chicago to Houston.
DAT Solutions
SEPTEMBER 15, 2016
I’d advise shippers to not get complacent about transportation costs for the longer term, however. We have seen disruption in the U.S. recently due to flooding in Louisiana and Texas, as well as a hurricane in the Florida panhandle. Some recent events signal that rate increases could be only weeks away.
CH Robinson Transportfolio
AUGUST 28, 2017
While the storm is directly impacting south Texas and Louisiana, this supply chain disruption will be felt across North America. We recognize that you likely have many questions about how this weather event may impact your supply chain tomorrow and in the coming months. Transportation Update by Mode.
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