Slinger, WI – [June 14, 2025] – On June 5, multiple decommissioned SEPTA buses caught fire at the Midvale Depot in Philadelphia’s Nicetown-Tioga neighborhood, filling the sky with thick, black smoke and raising immediate concerns about air quality and fire safety near public transit facilities.
This alarming event adds to the growing list of lithium-ion battery-related incidents across the country. As transportation systems transition toward electric and hybrid models, the risk of thermal runaway and re-ignition remains a critical issue for municipalities and transit authorities.
“Lithium-ion battery fires aren’t typical fires,” said Amy Scheu, CEO at Fire Suppression Solutions. “They burn hotter, spread faster, and can reignite long after being ‘extinguished’ making traditional suppression tools like water or foam ineffective when it matters most.”
Fire Suppression Solutions continues to advocate for proactive fire prevention, especially as these types of incidents become more common. TRF+, the only certified clean agent solution in the U.S. proven to fully extinguish lithium-ion battery fires and prevent reignition, stands ready to protect communities, facilities, and first responders from these evolving threats.
Learn more about TRF+ and its role in safer, smarter suppression solutions at firess.us.
About Fire Suppression Solutions
Fire Suppression Solutions is the U.S. master distributor for multiple game-changing fire suppression products designed to protect homes, businesses, and communities. Our mission is to provide advanced fire suppression technologies that enhance safety for individuals, organizations, and emergency responders alike. Alongside our innovative solutions, we prioritize education and training to ensure that both professionals and consumers have the knowledge needed to act quickly and effectively in fire emergencies.
With decades of expertise spanning firefighting, law enforcement, EMS, engineering, sales, marketing, and business in both the private and public sectors, our team understands the diverse fire safety needs of homeowners, businesses, and industry leaders. Through strategic partnerships with innovators like LifeSafe Technologies, we deliver eco-friendly, highly effective suppression solutions that make a real impact in protecting lives and property.