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World · October 28, 2026

At least 10 dead in crash between 2 Spanish trains in Toledo province

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Two high-speed trains collided on the Madrid-Seville line in Spain's Toledo province on Wednesday, October 28, 2026. A Renfe train struck a stationary Iryo train from the rear near Urda, causing multiple carriages to derail or fall down an embankment. Confirmed fatalities have risen significantly, with several major outlets now reporting at least 68 dead and dozens more injured. Rail services between Madrid and Andalusia remain suspended as rescue workers search the wreckage. This marks the second major rail disaster in Spain this year, following a similar collision in January.

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Reported across the spectrum

  • The collision occurred on Wednesday morning, October 28, 2026.
  • The crash took place in the province of Toledo, south of Madrid.
  • A Renfe train and an Iryo train were involved.
  • The incident involved one train striking another from behind.
  • Rail service remains suspended between Madrid and Andalusia.

Reported by only some outlets

  • PBS News, BBC, The New York Times, and Deseret News report the death toll has reached at least 68.
  • The Washington Times reports at least 30 people are dead.
  • Financial Times, NPR, and Associated Press report at least 10 killed.
  • Castilla La Mancha regional government confirmed 58 people require medical treatment in hospital.
  • The BBC reports the crash occurred between the municipalities of Mora and Orgaz, while other sources specify Urda.
  • The Renfe train struck the Iryo train roughly 40 minutes into the journey.
  • Deseret News reports one train was traveling at approximately 124 miles per hour.
  • The January rail accident in Andalusia resulted in 46 deaths.

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