Passenger train derailment leaves dozens dead on Córdoba–Madrid route in Adamuz, Spain

On January 18, 2026, in Adamuz, Spain, @eleanorinthesky shared a video capturing the aftermath of a passenger train derailment involving an Iryo service traveling from Córdoba to Madrid. In the video, the rear cars are seen twisted and illuminated by emergency lights as rescue operations take place. The author reports being safely inside car 5 at the time of the incident. According to reports, the last car derailed and collided with an oncoming Renfe train, resulting in more than 40 fatalities and over 150 people injured. Local volunteers from Adamuz assisted emergency crews during evacuations, and buses were later used to transport survivors to Madrid, highlighting a rapid community response amid the devastating accident.