SEPTA Train Catches Fire Near Crum Lynne Station, 350 Passengers Evacuated
Imagine this—you’re on your evening commute, heading home after a long day, when suddenly, a strange smell fills the air. At first, it’s just a whiff—maybe something normal for a train ride. But then, it gets stronger. Smoke starts creeping in, and before you know it, panic sets in. This was the reality for around 350 passengers aboard a SEPTA train on Thursday evening in Delaware County.
The six-car train, traveling from Philadelphia to Wilmington, caught fire near Crum Lynne Station in Ridley Park at around 6 p.m. According to passengers, the first signs of trouble came as a smoky, sulfur-like smell. Some thought it was just the train running as usual, but as they approached Crum Lynne, it became impossible to ignore.
Passenger Cynthia Kayati recalled, "I thought it was just a normal train smell, but then it got really strong. By the time we got to Crum Lynne, people were starting to panic." Another passenger, Alvan Hurley, said, "We were just two stations down when the smell became overwhelming. People started moving toward the back of the train."
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SEPTA officials reported that the fire started in the first car, though the exact cause is still under investigation. As soon as evacuation procedures began, the situation escalated—flames were spotted, and smoke was pouring out of the windows.
Fortunately, quick action from the crew ensured that all passengers were evacuated safely. SEPTA spokesperson Andrew Busch praised the response, stating, "Our crews acted fast, and that made all the difference. We don’t know yet exactly how the fire started, but we do know that it was underneath the train before it spread."
Eyewitness video from the scene shows the train engulfed in thick smoke as firefighters worked to control the blaze. Passengers, many of whom were shaken by the experience, waited for buses to take them to their destinations.
Service on the Wilmington-Newark line was halted for several hours, finally resuming just after 11 p.m. Meanwhile, investigators are working to determine whether the fire originated from the engine, the track, or another mechanical issue.
While no injuries were reported, the incident has left many riders shaken. One passenger, Dnasia Buckner, described the chaos, saying, "We had to relocate twice before we even realized how serious it was. By the time they told us to get off, people were already saying the train was on fire."
For now, SEPTA is reviewing the incident to ensure that such a terrifying situation doesn't happen again. But for the 350 people on board that night, it’s an experience they won’t soon forget.
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