Train Derailment in Adamuz: Rescue Efforts Ongoing for Fallen Carriages
On January 19, 2026, a tragic train derailment occurred in Adamuz, resulting in significant casualties and ongoing rescue efforts. The incident happened shortly after 7:30 PM, involving an Iryo train traveling from Málaga to Puerta de Atocha with approximately 300 passengers on board.
Details of the Adamuz Train Derailment
The Iryo train derailed and entered a parallel track just before the Adamuz station. Moments later, an Alvia train from Renfe collided with it. This collision took place about 20 seconds after the derailment, and as a result, the front carriages of the Alvia train fell off a nearby four-meter embankment.
Casualties and Ongoing Rescue Efforts
- 40 people have been confirmed dead.
- 43 individuals are hospitalized, with 12 in intensive care.
Rescue teams are currently focusing on accessing the overturned carriages of the Alvia train to check for additional victims. Efforts are being made to determine if heavy machinery can safely remove the carriages from their position.
Official Statements on the Incident
During a press conference in Adamuz, Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez emphasized that the state has acted in a “united and coordinated” manner following the tragedy. This sentiment was echoed by Juanma Moreno, President of the Junta de Andalucía. However, Sánchez did not provide specifics regarding the ongoing investigation into the cause of the derailment.
Investigation into Causes
Investigators are looking into a possible failure in the railway tracks, focusing on the welds along the rails. Following conversations with sources at the accident scene, there are indications that issues may have arisen from the Iryo train’s materials or the infrastructure itself.
The situation remains critical as authorities work diligently to recover the scene and find any remaining survivors. The community’s resilience will be crucial in the days to come as they face the aftermath of this devastating event.
