Train Collision in Southern Spain: Casualties Reported

Spain High-Speed Train Collision Injures Over 150

A collision between two high-speed trains in the municipality of Adamuz, Córdoba province, Spain, injured over 150 people on January 18, 2026. The incident occurred at approximately 4:40 PM local time, according to Spain’s railway infrastructure administrator, adif.

Details of the Incident

One of the trains, an AVE (Alta Velocidad Española) service traveling from Madrid to seville, suffered a partial derailment. A witness told Spanish public broadcaster TVE that one of the carriages derailed and overturned. Initial reports indicate the collision involved a collision between the two trains, though the exact circumstances are still under investigation.

Official Responses

Juan Manuel Moreno,the president of Andalusia,announced on X (formerly Twitter) that emergency services and logistical support were dispatched to the scene to provide assistance. Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez stated he was closely monitoring the situation and that the government was working with authorities and emergency teams to help passengers. The Spanish Royal Family also expressed their concern and offered condolences to the victims and their families in a statement.

Service Disruption

High-speed rail service between madrid and Andalusia has been suspended indefinitely following the accident. Adif has not yet announced when the line will reopen, but repairs and investigations are expected to take a significant amount of time.

Injuries and Casualties

As of the latest reports, over 150 people have been injured, with varying degrees of severity. Emergency services are continuing to assess the injured and provide medical care. The injured have been transported to nearby hospitals in Córdoba and seville.

Key takeaways

• A collision between two high-speed trains in Adamuz, Spain, injured over 150 people.
• The incident involved an AVE train traveling from madrid to Seville.
• Emergency services are on the scene, and an investigation is underway.
• Rail service between Madrid and Andalusia is suspended.