A UP local east leaves Altoona with sand cars for a plant at Augusta, WI. The lack of snow at year end did not foretell the nearly 5 feet that would blanket the area in February 2019.

This SD40N pair has escaped normal yard duties in nearby Altoona for the day to handle a local to Menomonie and Hudson. The train is seen crossing the Chippewa River as dense morning fog begins t... (more)