Spain train crash latest: 'Inexplicable' order led to collision killing 68
A horror train crash in which at least 68 people have died was caused by an "inexplicable" order from a command centre, a senior minister has said.
TL;DR
- At least 68 people died and 80 were injured in a high-speed train collision in Toledo province, Spain.
- The crash occurred when a RENFE train, ordered to proceed despite a failed security system, collided with a stationary Iryo train.
- Spain's transport minister, Oscar Puente, stated the 'inexplicable' order from the command center, not the train engineers, caused the accident.
- Survivors described the scene as 'apocalyptic,' with carriages reduced to 'twisted metal.'
- A three-day official mourning period has been declared in Spain and Andalusia.
- EU institutions will fly flags at half-mast in solidarity.
- The incident has led to the postponement of all Copa del Rey football matches.
- Spain has a significant investment in high-speed rail, being a world leader in track mileage.