At least 30 people have lost their lives after the crash of two trains in Spain in southern Madrid on Wednesday morning. Authorities warn that the number of victims could increase as emergency teams continue operations at the scene.

According to the railway operator Adif, the accident occurred between a train of the state-owned Renfe company and a train by private operator Iryo, which covers the Madrid eventually.

The crash occurred shortly after 9: 00 a.m., between the municipalities Mora and Orgaz, about 250 miles [140 km] south of Madrid. According to initial reports, Renfe’s train hit Iryo’s back train, which allegedly stopped on the track. As a result, at least two cars fell off the tracks and fell onto a slope.

The cause of the accident has not yet been officially confirmed. A passenger from one of the trains told local media that he had felt a severe blow about 40 minutes after the departure of the trip, the Telegraph broadcast.

More than 500 people are believed to be on both trains. According to Esther Padilla, spokeswoman for the Castilla region government- La Mancha, Iryo’s train was carrying 146 passengers and a baby, while 397 passengers were on Renfe’s train.

Emiliano García-Page, president of Castilla- La Mancha, confirmed that at least 30 people have died and warned that balance can be exacerbated further.

After the accident, the railway flow on the line was halted, while Renfe announced that services between Madrid, Ciod Real and Andalusia remain suspended.

Firefighters, medical teams and helicopters have been engaged at the scene. Hospitals in the area have suspended scheduled operations to cope with the flow of the injured, while a blood transfusion centre in Madrid has called for emergency donations due to possible increased treatment needs.

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez said he was shocked by the accident and was maintaining continued contact with the Minister of Transport and Regional Leaders. He stressed that emergency services are working to help the affected and ensure their safety.

My condolences, solidarity, and support for all victims and their families, Sánchez wrote on the social network X.

He and other Spanish politicians cancelled Wednesday’s public commitments, including campaign activities for next month’s parliamentary elections. The Spanish royal family also expressed shock and concern over the event, sending condolences to the victims’ families.

The European Union said it is willing to help Spain if necessary.

This is the second major railway accident with high-speed trains in Spain this year. In January, a train came out of the tracks south of the country, and its rear cars ended on the road to a Renfe train, causing 46 casualties. /Telegraphy/