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**Urgent: Two High-Speed Trains Derail in Southern Spain, 5 Dead**
BREAKING: Two high-speed trains have derailed in Adamuz, near Córdoba, leaving at least five people dead and 25 seriously injured, according to the Andalusian Regional Government’s emergency services. The catastrophic incident occurred on Sunday as a train traveling from Málaga to Madrid derailed at the entrance to Adamuz, colliding with another train traveling from Madrid to Huelva.
The first train involved, the Iryo 6189, was carrying approximately 300 people when it derailed, leading to a domino effect that caused the second train to also go off the tracks. The Railway Infrastructure Administrator (Adif) confirmed the details of the accident, emphasizing the seriousness of the situation.
Emergency protocols have been activated by Iryo, which is cooperating closely with authorities to manage the unfolding crisis. The ramifications of the derailment are extensive: high-speed rail service between Madrid and Andalusia is now suspended, and trains on the Seville-Madrid line are being redirected back to their origin.
In response to the tragedy, the regional government of Andalusia has declared an emergency phase under the Civil Protection Plan. Social media updates from the government indicate that emergency services are on-site, coordinating efforts to assist victims and assess the damage.
Railway staff are actively working with emergency teams in the area to provide support. However, commercial services between Madrid, Toledo, Ciudad Real, and Puertollano remain operational as of now.
This incident marks a devastating day for Spain’s rail system and raises concerns over the safety protocols in place for high-speed trains. As authorities continue to gather information, more updates are expected in the coming hours.
Stay tuned for further developments on this tragic story as it unfolds.
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