Adamuz Train Accident Captured in Striking Images

A tragic train accident occurred in Adamuz, Córdoba, on Sunday, January 18, 2026. Two high-speed trains, one heading to Madrid and the other to Huelva, derailed around 7:45 PM. The collision resulted in at least 39 fatalities and 122 injuries, with over 48 individuals hospitalized, and 12 in critical condition.

Details of the Adamuz Train Accident

This incident marks the first collision involving two high-speed trains in Spain’s history. It stands as the deadliest train accident in Spain since the Santiago de Compostela disaster in 2013, which claimed 80 lives and left 145 others injured.

Sequence of Events

• Time of Accident: 7:45 PM
• Trains Involved:
  • AV Iryo 6189 (Origin: Málaga)
  • Alvia 2384 (Route: Madrid Puerta de Atocha to Huelva)
• Impact Details:
  • AV Iryo derailed first and encroached onto the adjacent track.
  • The Alvia train subsequently derailed, with its first two cars suffering severe damage.

Emergency Response and Investigation

Emergency services responded promptly, with the regional emergency personnel treating over 170 people for minor injuries in a makeshift hospital set up in Adamuz. The locations for family members to report to include Córdoba, Huelva, Málaga, and Madrid, where they can provide DNA samples for identification of victims.

Victim Support Measures

• Emergency Response Locations:
  • Córdoba: Avenida de Medina Azahara 2
  • Huelva: Calle Guadalcanal
  • Málaga: Avenida Arroyo de los Ángeles
  • Madrid: Calle Batalla del Salado

Official Statements and Future Actions

Juanma Moreno, the President of the Junta de Andalucía, indicated that the number of casualties might increase as investigations continue. Óscar Puente, the Minister of Transport and Sustainable Mobility, reported that the tracks involved had been recently renovated in May 2025 at a cost of 700 million euros and were in reportedly good condition at the time of the accident.

Investigation Initiatives

The Guardia Civil has initiated a thorough investigation into the derailment. Experts will analyze the wheels of the Iryo train, especially focusing on the last two carriages that derailed. As further details emerge, the entire rail infrastructure will undergo scrutiny to ensure safety in the future.

This tragedy has cast a shadow over Spain’s high-speed rail system, prompting a national discussion on rail safety and accident prevention measures.