Detailed timeline of 538 lives that did not reach their destination
On October 28, a tragic train collision occurred in Urda, Toledo, involving an Iryo train and an AVE, resulting in 69 fatalities and over 200 injuries. The incident unfolded during a morning commute, with passengers unaware of the impending disaster. A communication failure led to the AVE being instructed to proceed despite the Iryo being immobilized ahead. The collision happened at 8:53 AM, causing severe damage and chaos. Local residents rushed to assist, and emergency services were alerted shortly after. The event has raised questions about safety protocols and communication failures in train operations.