Post by : Badri Ariffin

In the aftermath of a devastating high-speed train collision in southern Spain, a six-year-old girl was discovered wandering alone along the tracks late Sunday night, with her family tragically lost in the incident.

Despite the harrowing circumstances, the young girl, whose identity remains undisclosed, sustained only a minor head injury. Reports indicate the family was en route back to their home in Aljaraque, located near Huelva on Spain's Atlantic coast.

The family had journeyed to Madrid to celebrate the Epiphany holiday by attending a performance of The Lion King and visiting Real Madrid's iconic Bernabeu Stadium, as shared by regional media outlet Canal Sur.

Adrian Cano, the mayor of Aljaraque, referred to the girl’s survival as a “miracle,” expressing the profound sorrow enveloping the community as they grapple with the tragedy.

Following the crash, she received care from a police officer overnight until she was reunited with her grandmother in Cordoba, according to official sources.

Her harrowing tale is part of a larger narrative emerging from one of Europe’s gravest train disasters, as families utilize social media and local news channels in an effort to locate their missing loved ones.

In a separate heartbreaking situation, a pregnant woman remains in critical condition. Alberto Garcia shared with Antena 3 that his daughter, five months pregnant, has sustained serious injuries and is currently on a ventilator, with her unborn child's heartbeat being closely monitored by medical staff.

Firefighters rescued her from the wreckage after courageous passengers broke windows to escape. Her sister, Ana, who was with her along with their dog, suffered minor injuries. The dog, named Boro, has yet to be found, and Ana believes her sister was injured while attempting to protect the pet.

In response to the tragedy, Spain's government has declared three days of national mourning. High-speed rail operations between Madrid and Andalusia are currently halted as investigations into the crash continue.

Local teenager Julio Rodriguez, 16, provided assistance to victims after he stumbled upon the accident site on his way back from fishing. He later received gratitude from King Felipe during a visit to the region.

Authorities currently report 47 individuals as missing, with only 10 victims officially identified at this time.

As families await answers, one poignant case involves cardiologist Jesus Saldana, who has not been located among either the injured or the deceased. While his mobile phone has been retrieved, there remains a void of information regarding his fate.

#Global News