Spain train crash latest: At least 39 dead after high speed rail collision in Toledo

Spain train crash latest: At least 39 dead after high speed rail collision in Toledo A Renfe and an Iryo train collided just after 9am, between the towns of Mora and Orgaz - Bookmark - CommentsGo to comments Become an Independent member to bookmark this article Already a member? Log in At least 39 people have been killed after two high-speed trains collided in Spain. A Renfe and an Iryo train crashed just after 9am (8am GMT), causing two Iryo wagons to derail, a government spokesperson for the Castilla La Mancha region said, adding that the cause and full number of casualties were still being determined. Images shared on social media show carriages on their side in a ditch, with emergency services called to the scene. Rail operator Adif said the incident occurred between the towns of Mora and Orgaz, and involved a Renfe and an Iryo high speed train travelling from Madrid to Seville. Manuel Galan, the mayor of Urda near the central city of Toledo, said he had been asked by emergency services to prepare a sports hall to accommodate the injured. "Traffic on the Madrid-Andalusia high-speed rail line has been suspended following a rear-end collision between two trains," Adif said in a message posted on X. Have you been affected by this? If so, email [email protected] At least 39 people dead - report At least 39 people have been killed in the crash, local authorities have told Sky News. Local government spokesperson Esther Padilla originally reported 10 people were confirmed dead from the high speed collision near Toledo in Spain. 'We fear the worst' says federal coordinator Antonio Maillo - report Federal coordinator Antonio Maíllo has reportedly said he fears “the worst” from the “very serious accident”. Maíllo said that he was “asolutely dismayed” by the incident as he urged caution, according to El Pais. “I am shocked by the images, and I am waiting for more information,” said the spokesperson for Por Andalucía, who indicated that he fears “the worst.” The left-wing leader, a frequent train user, said it was possible "many workers" were traveling on the trains involved in the accident and insisted that, seeing the images of the crash, he fears "the worst." Disruption expected as two trains collide in Spain Traffic on the Madrid-Andalucía high-speed line has been interrupted due to a collision between two trains, Adif says. Two trains collide in Andalusia region with multiple casualties Two high-speed trains have collided in Spain, prompting the suspension of the line connecting Madrid to the southern Andalusia region, rail operator Adif said on Wednesday. A Renfe and an Iryo train crashed just after 9am (8am GMT), causing two Iryo wagons to derail, a government spokesperson for the Castilla La Mancha region said, adding that the cause and number of injuries were still being determined. Join our commenting forum Join thought-provoking conversations, follow other Independent readers and see their replies Comments