Cell phone video captured a SEPTA transformer fire Friday night that caused the transit agency to shut off power and operate shuttle buses instead of trains along the Market Frankford line.
The fire occurred near the 13th Street station around 7 p.m, according to SEPTA officials.
No one was hurt.
Buses ran between 5th Street and 30th Street while authorities investigated. The 13th Street station remained closed for more than an hour after the fire occurred.
MFL: Passengers must board the westbound platform between 8th and 15th Stations due to earlier fire activity at 13th Street. Expect delays. — SEPTA (@SEPTA) March 20, 2015
Service resumed on the Market-Frankford line around 8 p.m. Passengers should expect some residual delays.
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Investigators said weather may have been a factor in the fire.
Snowy road conditions affected several bus routes. Routes 24, 58, 88, 103, 107, 109, 110, and 130 were all placed on local detours due to weather. Check Septa.org for updates.
