Sri Lanka, Jan. 19 -- Spanish police said on Monday that at least 39 people were killed after two high-speed trains collided in southern Spain, as rescue operations continued.

The crash happened on Sunday afternoon near the town of Adamuz, province of Cordoba, when a high-speed train derailed, crossed onto the opposite track and slammed into an oncoming service.

Emergency teams worked through the night, searching the wreckage for survivors.

Dozens of people were injured, officials said.

There were around 400 passengers on the two trains. It was unclear how many tourists could be onboard as January is not holiday season in Spain.

The Spanish Red Cross opened a support centre in Adamuz to assist emergency workers and relatives seeking ...