Manayunk/Norristown Line service resumes — somewhat

Power line problems disrupted service on SEPTA's Regional Rail system this morning and will result in some schedule changes tonight.

Hardest hit was the Manayunk/Norristown Line, where downed overhead power lines halted service throughout the morning.

Service resumed with the scheduled departure of a train from Center City to Elm Street at 1:26 p.m. The first inbound train was to leave Elm Street at 2:32 p.m.

But normal service will operate only until 6:10 p.m., SEPTA said. After that, service will operate on a special, two-hour schedule so repairs can be made to the downed wires.

SEPTA said the special schedule will be available about 4 p.m. and posted at www.septa.org.

SEPTA also cited power problems for causing delays of up to one hour in both directions on the Warminster and Lansdale/Doylestown Lines throughout morning.