Daniel del Castillo González
The railway tragedy in Urda has left almost a hundred dead, many injured, and families still looking for their loved ones.
In the face of this tragedy, Pope Leo has sent a telegram expressing his condolences, signed on his behalf by the Vatican Secretary of State.
GFX — TELEGRAMA DE LEÓN XIV
Pope Leo XIV, deeply saddened upon learning of the tragic train accident in the town of Urda, Toledo, offers prayers for the eternal rest of the deceased (…) He extends his heartfelt condolences to the families of the deceased and encourages the rescue teams to persevere in their relief efforts.
While the rescue work continues, The Church of Toledo has organized support for the victims and their families.
The parish Priest, José Miguel Fernández, and the archbishop of Toledo, Francisco Cerro, were the first to go to the area of the accident.
MONS. FRANCISCO CERRO
Archbishop of Toledo y primado de España
The Archdiocese of Toledo, the parish of Urda, the parish of Los Yébenes, the vicariate in that area, and the entire Diocesan Caritas of Toledo stand ready to assist all those affected and their families, offering them the help, guidance, and support they may need during these difficult times.
Pope Leo also sends his blessings to those affected, their families, and those caring for them. This is now the second train accident with fallen victims in less than one year in Spain.
