Barring an increase in state funding to address a budget gap, SEPTA is 18 days away from reducing service on more than 100 lines across its system.

If a deal is not reached by Aug. 14, officials say plans will move forward for a 20% reduction ten days later.

SEPTA says it will implement a 20% service cut starting August 24 unless new state transit funding is secured by August 14. The plan includes eliminating 32 bus routes, significantly