Train fire disrupts Madrid-Barcelona high-speed line, affecting thousands

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  A fire in the rear locomotive of a Renfe train disrupted high-speed rail traffic between Madrid and Barcelona for about five hours.

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  The fire broke out near Ricla, in Zaragoza province, and the train was carrying 283 passengers to Figueres.

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  All 283 passengers were evacuated, and no injuries were reported, although two people needed medical assistance.

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  Thousands of passengers were affected by stopped or cancelled services across Renfe, Iryo and Ouigo.

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  Adif later allowed trains to pass through the affected section on a single track while the damaged train awaited removal.

Who

Passengers travelling on Renfe, Iryo and Ouigo services were affected. The train that caught fire had 283 people on board.

What

A fire in the rear locomotive disrupted high-speed services between Madrid and Barcelona.

When

Monday, 12 October 2026, from about 16:05; the line was partially reopened before 21:00.

Where

Near Ricla and Plasencia de Jalón in Zaragoza province, on the Calatayud-Zaragoza section.

Why

The fire forced authorities to cut power to the overhead line and suspend rail traffic. The cause of the fire was not known.

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