Summary
At least 39 people died, and many others were hurt after two high-speed trains collided in southern Spain near Córdoba. The crash happened on a Sunday evening when a train traveling from Málaga to Madrid derailed and hit another headed from Madrid to Huelva. Investigations into the cause are ongoing.
Key Facts
- The train crash occurred near the city of Córdoba in southern Spain.
- At least 39 people were killed, and over 112 received medical help.
- The crash happened when a train derailed and hit another train coming from the opposite direction.
- The trains involved were operated by Iryo and Alvia.
- Most victims were in the front of the train going to Huelva.
- The cause of the derailment is still unknown, and an investigation could take a month.
- Rescuers faced challenges due to twisted metal in the wreckage.
- At least 48 people injured are still in the hospital, with several in intensive care.
