At least 39 people have been killed following a high-speed train collision in southern Spain, according to the country’s transport minister, who warned on Monday that the death toll is not yet definitive.
Transport Minister Oscar Puente confirmed the current number of fatalities and indicated it could rise as rescue operations continue.
In a statement posted on X, Puente stated, “The death toll has already reached 39 and is not definitive.” He also praised the emergency crews, expressing his “deepest gratitude for the tremendous work of the rescue teams throughout the night, under very difficult circumstances.”
Authorities have not yet released further details on the cause of the incident.
The Spain train collision in the southern region of the country has resulted in a significant number of casualties. As of Monday, authorities have confirmed that at least 39 people have been killed in the incident. Rescue teams have been working tirelessly at the scene to assist victims and manage the aftermath of the crash.
Spanish Transport Minister Oscar Puente provided an update on the situation, cautioning that the current death toll from the **Spain train collision** is not final. This suggests that the number of fatalities may unfortunately increase as more information becomes available. The minister also took the opportunity to commend the efforts of the rescue workers who have been operating under challenging conditions. Investigations into the cause of the collision are expected to begin shortly.
