Overview
- Adif suspended rail traffic on the section between Mejorada del Campo and Alcalá de Henares because a fire was reported close to the track.
- Renfe said AVE high-speed trains on the Madrid–Barcelona corridor are stopped in both directions and will remain held until the fire is extinguished.
- Both operators posted updates on social media saying teams are working to restore service but gave no timetable for reopening the line.
- No casualties or damage to rail equipment have been reported in initial statements, and safety measures are driving the operational halt.
- The incident is developing and may cause delays, reroutes and inspections for passengers on the AVE route while firefighters secure the area.