The retail sector reports that there appears to be no significant increase in demand for supplies. According to the Coast Guard, there will be no closings of US ports. All U.S. ports are open and operational. However, with low holiday traffic expected, some facilities will not be operating, to allow workers to enjoy the holiday. Domestically, all transportation systems are functioning within normal parameters.
All domestic airports are open and operational.
In response to reduced travel demand, some individual carriers are operating on modified service schedules for the holiday weekend. Travelers scheduled to fly anytime this weekend should check with their carrier to determine the status of their particular flight. All major freight trains have indicated they will be stopping their trains shortly before midnight on December 31. Most trains will resume operations once train control and communication systems are tested. Passenger and commuter rail plan to operate service with a slight delay at the midnight hour to evaluate critical systems.