SEPTA’s Newark line suspended after abandoned bridge catches fire in Delco
Fire officials tell 6abc the bridge has been abandoned for at least 30 years and should be demolished.
This story originally appeared on 6abc
An abandoned bridge in Folcroft, Delaware County is causing issues for train travelers.
The old Folcroft Avenue bridge that goes over Amtrak and SEPTA train tracks caught fire around 6:30 a.m. Sunday.
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Listen 1:41Officials say the fire caused large chunks of wood and other debris to fall from the bridge and onto the tracks below.
Amtrak is warning travelers of delays between Wilmington and Philadelphia.
UPDATE: Train 54 is currently operating approximately 2hrs 50mins late due to earlier fire department personnel near the tracks between Wilmington (WIL) and Philadelphia (PHL).
— Amtrak Northeast (@AmtrakNECAlerts) October 10, 2021
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SEPTA officials say service on the Newark Regional Rail remains suspended and there’s no word when service may resume.
Firefighters remain on scene as crews work to make repairs and clear debris.
Newark: Service remains suspended until further notice due to a fire near Folcroft Station and Amtrak's power problems. Alternative service options are online. https://t.co/HqkgCmX0Q3
— SEPTA (@SEPTA) October 10, 2021
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