😱 Yesterday evening, two high-speed trains collided near the city of Córdoba in southern Spain, leaving at least 39 people dead and 170 injured, local media report.
The accident happened around 7:45 p.m. on Sunday, when a train carrying 317 passengers on the Malaga–Madrid route derailed near Amaduz, about 20 km from Córdoba. The derailed train then struck another high-speed service running from Madrid to Huelva, causing both trains to derail.
Emergency crews rushed to the scene, setting up makeshift triage units and deploying helicopters to airlift the most critically injured. Spain’s national rail operator confirmed that rescue teams worked through the night to free passengers trapped in the wreckage.
Authorities have launched a full investigation to determine the cause of the crash. Track inspectors and rail safety experts are examining the rails, signaling systems and train data recorders. Early reports say mechanical failure or a track fault could be factors, but officials warn that it will be days before a definitive cause is announced.
💔 Our thoughts are with the victims and their families. This tragedy has stunned Spain’s high-speed rail network, one of Europe’s busiest. Investigators are urging witnesses to step forward, and the government is offering support to those affected.
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
