Spain: Train crash leaves at least 26 people injured in Vila-seca, Tarragona Province, late June 12

Event

A locomotive collided with a regional passenger train in Vila-seca, Tarragona Province, late June 12, leaving at least 26 people injured. Emergency responders have deployed to the scene of the accident, located in the vicinity of the Vila-seca train station. The incident has disrupted rail transport in the area, including from Tarragona to Vila-seca and from Cambrils to Reus on lines R15, R16, and R17.

Heightened security and localized road traffic disruptions are likely around the scene of the crash over the coming hours. Lingering rail transport disruptions are likely on affected lines as the emergency response continues.

Advice

Avoid the incident site until authorities give the all-clear. Reconfirm train reservations if booked to travel on affected lines; if necessary, consider taking alternative modes of transport. Adhere to all instructions issued by local authorities.