Summary
Spain is facing a rail crisis after two high-speed trains collided, resulting in 45 deaths. Safety issues and other incidents have led to public concern and calls for improvements in the rail system.
Key Facts
- Two high-speed trains collided in southern Spain, killing 45 people.
- Spain has 3,900 km (2,400 miles) of high-speed rail, second only to China.
- A second accident happened when a wall collapsed on a train near Barcelona, killing a trainee driver.
- Train drivers in Catalonia refused to work, demanding safety improvements.
- Some high-speed train lines have lowered their speed limits for safety reasons.
- Investigations into the Andalusia crash are ongoing, but sabotage and human error are not suspected.
- Public concern about rail safety has increased, with people sharing experiences of discomfort and delays.
