The train accident in Toledo has disrupted high-speed rail service between Madrid, Ciudad Real, and Andalusia. The collision involved a Renfe train and an Iryo train, according to Adif.
At this time, the total number of victims is unknown.
This article is currently being updated.
Tips for helping from Seville without overwhelming emergency services
In serious situations such as the one currently unfolding in Toledo, the best way to help is usually to avoid unnecessary travel. This is because, at least for now, there has been no official call for donations of supplies.
Therefore, here are some recommendations for the public
- Do not travel to the scene of the accident or the immediate vicinity of the incident or the hospitals. Keeping access roads and thoroughfares clear is vital for the unimpeded passage of ambulances, fire trucks, and rescue units.
- The 112 line is reserved exclusively for critical emergencies.
- The same applies to the phone number for Renfe’s Assistance Plan for Victims of Railroad Accidents and Their Families.
- Do not share unofficial lists of those affected, their private phone numbers, or videos that do not come from a reliable source.
- There are currently no requests for blood donations from any health authority; please do not share appeals that do not come from an official source.
What to do if you were traveling by train between Seville and Madrid
Rail traffic on the high-speed corridor connecting Seville-Santa Justa with Madrid-Puerta de Atocha-Almudena Grandes has come to a standstill.
It is not known when service is expected to resume; therefore, before heading to any station, check the status of your reservation. You can do this through the app of the company you were traveling with, on their website, or via email.
Renfe has already made free changes and cancellations available for the affected trains. If you are traveling with other companies, you should check their policies.
