Shock of rail tragedy gives way to sorrow and outrage in politically divided Spain
Summary
A high-speed train crash near Urda in Spain killed at least 69 people, and survivors described scenes of injury and death. Leaked recordings from a rail control room have fueled public anger as investigators examine a possible computer failure followed by human error, putting pressure on the government during an election campaign.Key Facts
- The crash happened Wednesday on the Madrid-Seville line, about 140 km south of Madrid.
- A stationary Iryo train was struck from behind by a Renfe train, according to the article.
- Spain began three days of mourning after the crash.
- Residents brought first aid supplies, blankets, food and water to help survivors.
- A separate collision on the same route killed 46 people in Adamuz nine months earlier.
- Transport Minister Óscar Puente said a computer failure followed by human error was a likely cause.
- Leaked audio appeared to support that explanation; the train drivers' union Semaf condemned the leak as irresponsible and slanted.
- The crash has increased pressure on Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez's government during an election campaign.
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