December 21, 2022

SEPTA train crashes into car in Delaware County; Media Wawa Line suspended

Two injured people were taken to a nearby hospital after the collision near Fernwood Station

By Brian A. Saunders
PhillyVoice Staff

Jon Tuleya/For PhillyVoice

A SEPTA train collided with a car near Fernwood Station in Delaware County on Wednesday afternoon. Service on the Media Wawa line was suspended in both directions. The photo above is a stock image.

Regional Rail service on SEPTA's Media Wawa line has been suspended in both directions after a train crashed into a car attempting to cross the railroad tracks near Fernwood Station in Lansdowne.

The incident happened around 1:40 p.m. Wednesday, according to SEPTA spokesperson John Golden. Two passengers in the car were injured and taken to a nearby hospital for treatment, but the extent of their injuries was unknown.

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There were no reported injuries among the train passengers.

Commuters are advised to use SEPTA's website to find alternate services and routes while the Media Wawa line is suspended.

Media: Service is temporarily suspended due to a train striking a vehicle near Fernwood Station. First responders are on the scene and will determine when service can resume. Alternative service options are online. https://t.co/HqkgCmX0Q3
— SEPTA (@SEPTA) December 21, 2022