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The "S" stands for "special." Trains marked with an "S" operate every VRE service day, and they are typically the only trains that operate when VRE is on its "S" schedule. "S" schedule days typically occur during times of inclement weather or around certain holidays. The decision to run an "S" schedule is typically made the evening prior, or very early in the morning, before service starts. Service updates are passed to our riders via Train Talk emails, website updates, Facebook, Twitter and alerts to local media outlets.
- Fallen Tree
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What happens when a tree falls on the tracks?
- Disabled Freight Train
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Disabled freight trains in our service area cause delays when rail traffic must hold.
- High Wind Orders
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For safety reasons, our host railroads require trains to stop when high wind alerts are received that exceed operational limits.
- In the Event of an Incident
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Please note that we cannot disclose details of any incident prior to an official statement from the host railroad.
- Mechanical Issue
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Mechanical issues sometimes happen regardless of the age of the locomotive and are different than equipment issues.