Downed Amtrak wires disrupted service on several SEPTA Regional Rail lines
Sep 14, 2026
SEPTA had suspended service on three Regional Rail lines due to downed Amtrak wires at the 16th Street Junction.
Service on the Chestnut Hill East, Fox Chase and Manayunk/Norristown lines was suspended while repairs are underway. The outages lasted until 2 p.m. on Monday.
Southbound trains on
the Warminster, West Trenton, and Lansdale/Doylestown lines were terminate at Fern Rock Stations, with passengers directed to the B for access to Center City Northbound trains were also terminate at Suburban Station.
Riders on the affected lines were told to expect delays of up to 20 minutes while repairs were underway. ...read more read less