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Spain high-speed train collision
69 confirmed dead
In short
A high-speed train collided with a stationary train in Spain, killing many people.
There were 10 Korean passengers on the accident train, and 2 of them were injured.
The Spanish government declared a four-day national mourning period.
Key facts
| When | The accident occurred at 8:53 a.m. local time on October 28. |
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| Where | It happened on a high-speed rail section near Urda in Toledo province, south of Madrid. |
| Who | Passengers of state-owned railway company Renfe's high-speed train and private Ilyo train were in the accident. |
| What | 69 people died and over 100 were injured, including 2 Koreans. |
What it means for me
Koreans traveling in Spain should check the local embassy contact information in advance.
