At least 39 people have been killed and dozens more injured after a catastrophic high-speed train crash in southern Spain, marking the country's worst rail disaster in more than ten years.
Chaos and Derailment in Adamuz
The fatal incident occurred on Sunday, 18 January 2026, near the town of Adamuz in the Córdoba province. A high-speed train travelling from Malaga to Madrid derailed before colliding with an oncoming train on the same line.
Approximately 400 passengers were on board the two trains at the time of the collision. The force of the impact left carriages severely mangled, trapping many inside the wreckage.
Desperate Scenes and Rescue Operation
Eyewitness footage captured from inside one of the derailed carriages showed the immediate aftermath, with passengers in a state of shock and desperation as they attempted to escape. The video depicts individuals awaiting evacuation amidst the twisted metal, highlighting the severity of the crash.
Emergency services mounted a large-scale rescue operation throughout Sunday and into Monday. As of Monday, 19 January, 75 people have been hospitalised with injuries sustained in the crash. Of those, 15 individuals remain in a serious condition, according to the latest medical reports.
Aftermath of a National Tragedy
This devastating accident is now considered Spain's most serious train disaster since 2013. The investigation into the precise cause of the derailment and subsequent collision is now underway, with rail authorities and judicial officials examining all factors.
The crash has sent shockwaves across Spain and Europe, raising urgent questions about rail safety protocols on high-speed networks. The community of Adamuz and the nation are now in a period of mourning for the lives lost in this sudden tragedy.
