Adamuz: At least 39 people have died in a train collision in southern Spain, with dozens more injured in the country's worst rail crash in more than a decade, Spain's Civil Guard has reported. The tragic incident occurred when carriages on a Madrid-bound train derailed and crossed over to the opposite tracks, colliding with an oncoming train in the town of Adamuz on Sunday evening.
According to Emirates News Agency, the rail networks stated that there were four hundred passengers and staff onboard both trains at the time of the collision. Emergency services responded promptly, treating 122 individuals for injuries. Among those hospitalized, 48 remain under medical care, including five children.
The collision has prompted an extensive investigation to determine the cause of the derailment and subsequent crash. Authorities are working to ensure the safety of Spain's rail infrastructure and prevent similar incidents in the future. The nation mourns the loss of life and extends support to those affected by this devastating event.