Spain train crash: What we know after two trains collide with dozens feared dead
Two trains have collided in Spain just south of the capital Madrid on Wednesday morning.
TL;DR
- Two trains, one Renfe and one Iryo, collided south of Madrid, Spain.
- At least 30 people have died, with numbers expected to rise.
- Over 500 passengers were on board both trains.
- The collision occurred when a high-speed train hit a stationary train, causing two carriages to fall down an embankment.
- A significant emergency response is in place, including fire crews and helicopters.
- Hospitals in the area have suspended surgeries to cope with casualties.
- Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez expressed shock and solidarity with victims.
- This is the second high-speed rail tragedy in Spain this year.