At least 39 people are confirmed dead and more than 150 injured after a devastating high-speed train collision in southern Spain, according to authorities. Rescue operations remain ongoing, and officials warn the death toll may rise
The crash occurred Sunday evening near Adamuz, in the province of Córdoba, when the rear of a passenger train traveling from Malaga to Madrid derailed and slammed into an oncoming train headed toward Huelva, EIETV has confirmed. Approximately 300 passengers were onboard the trains at the time of impact
Emergency responders rushed to the scene overnight. A local sports centre was converted into a makeshift hospital, while aid agencies assisted families searching for loved ones
Several victims remain in critical condition
Spain’s transport minister says the cause of the derailment remains unknown, raising urgent questions about rail safety in one of Europe’s most advanced high-speed rail systems
Spain operates the largest high-speed rail network in Europe, widely regarded as affordable and safe, transporting tens of millions of passengers each year
Key questions now facing the public and authorities
* How could a derailment occur on a high-speed line designed with advanced safety systems
* Were warning signals or automated braking systems triggered before the collision
* Is aging infrastructure or cost-cutting compromising rail safety
* Will there be an independent investigation, and who will be held accountable
* What assurances can passengers expect going forward
As the nation mourns, pressure is mounting for full transparency, accountability, and immediate safety reviews across Spain’s rail network.
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