FRA directs state agency to take “immediate action” to prevent more railcar fires.
The Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) has issued an emergency order directing the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) to take “immediate action” to prevent future fires on SEPTA passenger rail cars. The agency issued the order after a number of fires occurred on these rail cars within the past year, requiring the state agency to develop a plan to review each incident and submit an inspection plan for FRA approval.
“At my direction, FRA is taking swift and immediate action to ensure the safety of all passengers and transit workers on SEPTA. This includes deploying our team of experts to SEPTA’s trains, repair shops, dispatch center, to ensure thorough safety precautions are being implemented,” said Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy. “Recent fires and ongoing mechanical problems are unacceptable to such a critical rail line. Under President Trump, we will always put the safety of the American people first. SEPTA must take action to correct these persistent dangers.”
As the Lord Leads, Pray with Us…
- For Secretary Duffy as he seeks to ensure the safety of American transportation.
- For FRA officials as they review the operations and maintenance of SEPTA’s passenger trains.
Sources: Department of Transportation
