SEAL BEACH, California (NNS) -- The Naval Weapons Station (NWS) Seal Beach locomotive took one of its last drives through the base January 29 as a part of a decision which will reduce the facilities transportation costs, increase efficiency and provide several environmental benefits.
"Things come and things go," said Navy Seal Beach Locomotive Operator and Materials Handler Raymond Chavez. "The rail system has been a part of history here at the weapons station. It is sad to see it leave, but the farewell has been a good one."
The decision to suspend locomotive operations was made in 2008, shifting the transportation of ordnance on the base from a rail and truck operation to an all-truck operation.
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