According to news reports, freighter cargo may not be offloaded at U.S. West Coast ports from February 13 through February 16. This may result in a delay for sellers' inbound and outbound shipments that pass through these ports.
Issues such as this occur from time to time, be they related to inclement weather, labor, or other factors, with limited to substantial impacts of varying duration. Sellers have mitigated similar situations in the past by choosing air freight for their shipments, switching to other ports, or exploring other alternatives to expedite shipment.
If you suspect that a port-related delay may affect your shipments in the future, it may be wise to monitor communication from your carrier partners, as well as local and national media reports, for up-to-date information for your area.
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