At least 21 people were killed, and over 100 more were injured after two high-speed trains collided in southern Spain on Sunday, according to officials.
A train travelling from Málaga to Madrid derailed near Adamuz, crossing over to the adjacent track where it hit another train coming from Madrid to Huelva, according to the Spanish Interior Minister.
At least 21 people were killed, and 100 more were injured after two high-speed trains collided in southern Spain on Sunday, according to officials.
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Officials said that of those injured, 75 are hospitalized, with 15 in very serious condition and five in life-threatening condition. There were 170 people who suffered minor injuries in the crash.
Rescue crews are on the scene, and all trains between Madrid and the Andalusia region are suspended, according to officials.
The cause of the train derailment has not yet been released.
Iryo, the company operating the train that initially derailed, released a statement, saying the company “deeply regrets what has happened and has activated all emergency protocols, working closely with the competent authorities to manage the situation.”
The company said there were 300 passengers on the train at the time.
This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.
Source: abc news
