Train Collision in Urda, Spain

A tragic accident occurred on Wednesday, October 28, 2026, in Urda, Spain, involving a collision between two trains. This incident has claimed the lives of at least 10 individuals, according to official sources.

The collision happened when a high-speed train crashed into the rear of another train that had stopped, resulting in the derailment of two cars. Authorities are concerned that the number of fatalities may increase.

Esther Padilla, the spokeswoman for the Castilla La Mancha region, stated, “Authorities can confirm 10 deaths, but that number will surely rise.”

Details of the Incident

The crash transpired in the Toledo province of central Spain. As a result, rail service has been suspended between Madrid, Ciudad Real, and Andalusia. The trains involved were both high-speed, traveling from Madrid to Seville. A collision occurred when one train ran into the tail of the other during a stop, knocking two cars off the track.

No information has yet been released concerning the cause of the accident. The involved trains belonged to Spain’s state-owned RENFE company and the private IRYO rail company. Reports indicate that the RENFE train carried 397 passengers, and the IRYO train had 147 passengers.

Response and Historical Context

The mayor of Urda, Manuel Galán, noted passenger injuries. Local civil protection authorities have requested support to assist passengers, including preparing a nearby sports pavilion.

Emiliano García-Page, the regional president of Castilla La Mancha, publicly shared his intentions to visit the crash site.

Historically, Spain witnessed another devastating train accident in January, where 45 individuals lost their lives in a collision involving trains from the same companies. It was the deadliest train accident since the tragic 2013 incident, which resulted in 80 fatalities.