SEPTA Slows Rail Service Amid Extreme Heat in the Region

SEPTA slows rail service amid extreme heat in the region

SEPTA is slowing down its trains because of the excessive heat. In temperatures above 90 degrees, SEPTA reduces the speeds on all of its rail services to limit potential damage to tracks and overhead catenary wires.

SEPTA and Amtrak experiencing heat-related delays, officials say

The extreme heat in the Philly area is causing SEPTA and Amtrak rail lines to experience delays, with extra wait times ranging from minutes to an hour for the Tuesday commute home.

Nationwide heat wave slows rail lines and swelters commuters

The heat wave is slowing down transit systems across the country.Adam Gray/Getty ImagesTemperatures nationwide are too hot to handle as cities release advisory notices.Local and national rail services are slowing down to avoid mechanical failure.Here's how to stay safe from the blistering heat.A heat wave across much of the country is delaying transit systems, scorching outdoor workers, and slowing down commuters.The National Weather Service (NW…