A train crash in Spain has left at least 69 people dead, with search operations continuing for more victims. Regional authorities confirmed the rising death toll following a collision between two high-speed trains. The incident, which occurred earlier this month, marks the second fatal train crash in Spain this year.
Rescuers worked through the wreckage on Thursday, sifting through damaged carriages in a desperate attempt to locate survivors. The crash, which took place near the town of Urda, has prompted an emergency response from local emergency services. Initial reports indicated that the collision involved two high-speed trains traveling in opposite directions.
The victims include several athletes, among them Spanish long jumper Julieta Gallego, who competed for the Madrid-based AD Sprint team. The crash has sparked a national conversation about rail safety in Spain. This follows a similar incident earlier this year, which also resulted in multiple fatalities.
The Spanish government has pledged to investigate the cause of the crash and has announced plans to review safety protocols for high-speed rail services. Officials have not yet released details about the exact number of injured or the cause of the collision. The ongoing search for survivors continues as authorities work to provide clarity on the circumstances of the tragedy.
