Overview of the Incident
A severe derailment involving high speed trains occurred in southern Spain, with early reports from local media indicating at least 5 fatalities and numerous injuries.
How the Collision Happened
According to information from El Pais, one train unexpectedly moved into a neighboring track, making contact with the number 7 and 8 carriages of another passing train.
Official Emergency Statement
Emergency services in Andalusia reported through X that in the derailment and collision in Adamuz, Cordoba, there are injured passengers. The exact number remains under assessment.
Number of Passengers Affected
Authorities confirmed that approximately 300 people were on board the trains involved in the incident.
Details About the Train Journey
Rail operator Adif announced that an Iryo train departing from Malaga at 18:40 and heading toward the Puerta de Atocha station in Madrid was the one that derailed.
Timing and Location of the Accident
The tragedy struck only 10 minutes after departure, at the track changes near Adamuz, where the derailed train entered an adjacent line and struck the carriages of another train bound for Huelva.
