Spain Train Crash: At Least 30 Dead After High-Speed Train Hits Stopped Train, Authorities Say
Collision on Madrid-Seville Line
At least 30 people died in a collision on Spain’s Madrid-Seville high-speed line, according to a spokesperson for Castilla-La Mancha. The spokesperson told ABC News that officials expected the toll to increase.
Authorities said their preliminary investigation indicated the Renfe train probably hit the Iryo train from behind. Two coaches derailed in the crash.
Iryo Activates Emergency Response
Iryo said its service 6076, traveling from Madrid to Seville, was involved in the accident near Urda. The company said it activated emergency protocols and was working with authorities to manage the response.
Southern Corridor Services Canceled
Iryo canceled all services departing from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha and traveling along the Southern Corridor because of the crash. The company said it could not estimate when service would resume.
Key points
- At least 30 people were killed, and authorities expect the death toll to rise.
- The crash occurred on Spain’s Madrid-Seville high-speed line near Urda.
- Iryo canceled Southern Corridor services from Madrid-Puerta de Atocha and gave no restart estimate.