Spain High-Speed Train Collision 2026: At Least 20 Dead in Cordoba Rail Tragedy
At least 20 people died in a tragic Spain high-speed train collision near Cordoba on January 18, 2026. Two trains collided after one derailed, leaving 73 injured.
A devastating rail disaster has struck southern Spain. At least 20 people are dead and dozens more injured after two high-speed trains collided near Cordoba on the evening of January 18, 2026.
The Spain High-Speed Train Collision: What We Know
The tragedy unfolded when a train traveling from Malaga to Madrid derailed, jumped onto the opposite track, and smashed into an oncoming service heading to Huelva. According to the rail operator Adif, the impact was catastrophic. Regional health minister Antonio Sanz warned that the death toll could climb even higher as rescue operations continue.
The accident happened in an area that's hard to reach. Locals have been incredible, bringing blankets and water to the scene to help the victims.
Casualties and Service Disruptions
Emergency services have confirmed that 73 injured passengers were rushed to six different hospitals across the Andalusia province. In the wake of the crash, all train services between Madrid and southern cities have been suspended for Monday, January 19.
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen expressed her condolences on X, stating that she's following the "terrible news" from Cordoba closely. Investigators are now focusing on why the first train derailed and whether automated safety systems failed to prevent the subsequent collision.
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