A collision between two high-speed trains in southern Spain has resulted in at least 21 fatalities and over 100 injuries. The accident happened shortly after one train left Cordoba for Madrid, colliding with another service just 10 minutes into its journey. Rescue operations are ongoing as authorities probe the cause.
A major rail disaster has struck southern Spain, where a collision between two high-speed trains has led to at least 21 deaths and over 100 injuries. The incident occurred shortly after one train departed from Cordoba bound for Madrid, smashing into another high-speed service just 10 minutes into its journey.
Reports from the scene indicate that '21 dead bodies have been found, 25 people are seriously injured' and are receiving emergency medical treatment. Rescue and relief operations are in full swing, with emergency teams racing against time to evacuate passengers trapped in the derailed coaches. Rail services between Madrid and Andalusia have been suspended in the aftermath.
Authorities have launched a high-level investigation to ascertain whether the collision resulted from a technical fault or human error, though the immediate priority remains on saving lives and accounting for those still trapped in the wreckage. This tragedy underscores ongoing concerns about safety on Spain's high-speed rail network.
