Some railroad operations in the southeastern United States have restarted following Hurricane Helene's landfall on September 26. Major rail carriers CSX and Norfolk Southern are working diligently to restore service, though delays are expected as storm-damaged tracks are repaired. Significant damage occurred across multiple states, leading to flooding, downed trees, and power outages. Norfolk Southern reported that most major routes are operational but warned of potential 72-hour delays for freight moving through affected areas. CSX noted substantial progress in clearing its network, although some routes remain out of service due to severe flooding and bridge damage.