Yesterday (Tuesday, Jan 20, 2026), Catalonia faced two separate train derailments that have left communities shaken. A driver lost his life and at least 20 passengers were injured while traveling through the region’s stunning yet rugged landscapes. 😔🚆
The first incident happened near Gelida in Barcelona province when a retaining wall beside the tracks suddenly gave way under recent rains. The collapse sent the train off the rails, claiming the driver’s life and injuring 20 people, five of them seriously. 🚑
Hours later, a second passenger train derailed in Girona province after storm-driven rocks tumbled onto the tracks. Miraculously, no one was killed in this crash, but several travelers suffered injuries and were treated on site. ⚠️⛰️
These back-to-back accidents are a stark reminder of how extreme weather can undermine infrastructure—something many of us can relate to if we’ve faced monsoon landslides or mountain road closures back home. 🌧️🏞️
Local authorities are launching full investigations and boosting safety checks across the rail network. We’ll keep you posted with updates as they come in. Stay safe on your travels, fam! ✌️👀
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Two train accidents in northeastern Spain kill one, injure at least 20
cgtn.com
