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Two high-speed trains derail in Spain, police sources say 21 people killed

Two high-speed trains derail in Spain, police sources say 21 people killed

A high-speed train derailed and struck another oncoming train near Adamuz in southern Spain, sending it down an embankment. At least 21 people have died.

Over 100 people were injured in the crash, many seriously. Rescue crews worked through the night to free passengers trapped inside mangled carriages.

Authorities say it was “really strange” the accident occurred on a straight stretch of track that was renewed in May.

Locals in Adamuz brought food and blankets to a nearby reception centre for survivors who escaped using emergency hammers to smash through windows.

The Cordoba fire chief said the rescue is proving to be complicated. "There are still people trapped. The operation is concentrating on getting people out of areas which are very narrow. We have to remove the bodies to reach anyone who is still alive.”