Final Report: Right of Way Fire near Ray, ND (Montana Division)

On Saturday, October 5, 2024 at approximately 05:40 p.m. CDT, we received a preliminary report of a right of way fire near Ray, ND which has affected both main tracks. Ray, ND is approximately 91 miles west of Minot, ND. BNSF field personnel are responding to assess the site. Main track two opened on Sunday, October 6, 2024 at 07:00 a.m. CDT. The estimated time of opening main track one is Sunday, October 6, 2024 at 12:00 p.m. CDT.

If your loaded shipment(s) is directly involved in the incident, a member of the BNSF's Load and Ride Solutions team will contact your company's representative within 24 hours of the incident with relevant information and next steps.