At least 10 people killed after high-speed trains collide in central Spain
At least 10 people were killed in a high-speed train collision in southern Spain on Wednesday morning, with authorities warning the death toll may rise.
The collision occurred just after 9 a.m. local time in the province of Toledo, involving two high-speed trains on the Madrid-Andalusia rail line. Rail operator Adif confirmed the rear-end collision and suspended all traffic on the route.
Emergency services have deployed multiple resources to the scene, including several fire crews, three helicopters, and two mobile intensive care units, according to a spokesperson for Spanish emergency services.
Casualties and Response
Esther Padilla, spokeswoman for the Castilla-La Mancha government, described the situation as 'not good at all,' confirming at least 10 deaths with the possibility of the number increasing.
Official Reaction
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez expressed shock at the 'serious' accident, stating that emergency services are working to assist victims and ensure their safety. He offered his 'affection, solidarity and support to all the victims and their families.'
This year has seen multiple rail incidents in Spain, including a January crash that killed 45 people when a train jumped the track and collided with an oncoming train.
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