The train tragedy in Adamuz (Córdoba) has left a trail of grief throughout Spain, with Dozens dead and more than a hundred injuredAmong the many human stories that have come to light, there is one that has particularly moved public opinion: that of Boro, the dog who was traveling with his family on one of the trains involved in the accident and who remains missing.
While emergency teams and hospitals continue to focus on caring for the victims, a family from Malaga tries to recover from the shock of the accident and, at the same time, He hasn't given up hope of being reunited with his dog.For them, Boro is not just a pet: he is another member of the family who vanished amidst the chaos of the derailment.
The accident in Adamuz and a family's journey
The last Sunday, Two long-distance trains derailed near Adamuzin the province of Córdoba, while traveling between Málaga and Madrid. The accident, one of the worst in recent years in Spain, has left a provisional death toll of between 39 and 41. More than 100 people injured, several of them in critical condition and at least a dozen in the ICU.
Ana, her sister Raquel—five months pregnant—, and Raquel's partner were traveling on one of those trains. Also featured on the same family banknote is the dog BoroThey were all in carriage 7 of the Iryo train that ran from Malaga to Madrid, returning to the capital after spending a few days with their families in Andalusia.
The collision particularly affected one side of the train. Raquel was traveling on the left side of the carriage, the area most affected by the impactShe was sitting next to Boro, while Ana and her sister's boyfriend were a few seats ahead on the right side. The brutal impact left the inside of the carriage filled with twisted metal, broken glass, and scenes that many survivors have described as "a horror movie."
In the minutes following the derailment, passengers were trapped amidst train wreckage, smoke, screams, and great confusion. The rescue teams had to evacuate against the clock., taking the wounded out through windows and gaps that were being made between the remains of the carriages.
Adif, the railway infrastructure manager, quickly enabled the telephone line 900101020 to assist family members and channel official information, in a context of enormous anguish and desperate search for news about loved ones.
A sister's anguish and Raquel's critical condition
Ana, a teacher at a school in the mountains of Madrid, has recounted in various media outlets how she experienced the accident and the moments that followed. In his testimonies, he describes the inside of the train as a true hell.: smoke, darkness, metal debris blocking the way and people trapped, some of them in very serious condition.
“There were a lot of people, a lot of shouting, it looked like a horror movie“,” she recounted, shaken. At one point, she even thought she wouldn’t make it out alive: she turned around, looked at her sister as if saying goodbye, and, as she explained, “everything went dark.”
After the impact, Ana tried to reach Raquel, but The wreckage of the carriage and other injured passengers blocked the waySomeone even warned him that he was stepping on a child as he tried to make his way between the seats and the metal panels. Ultimately, the emergency crews decided to pull her out through a side window.
From outside, Ana could see her sister on the other side, unconscious. She kept shouting to the firefighters and paramedics that Raquel was five months pregnantShe insisted they get her out as soon as possible. Rescuers finally managed to free her and take her to a hospital, where she remains in the ICU.
The father of both girls, Alberto García, explained that his daughter suffers a vertebral fracture and severe head traumaRaquel is sedated, intubated, and under close observation by doctors, who are monitoring for possible neurological damage. Regarding the baby, the only certain information at this time is that its heart is still beating, but its condition remains uncertain.
Boro, the dog who got lost in the chaos of the rescue
While the family grapples with the anguish over Raquel's health, there is another worry that weighs heavily on them: the whereabouts of Boro, the dog who was traveling with themThe animal was next to Raquel at the time of the impact and, in the middle of the evacuation, it disappeared.
Boro is a medium-sized dog, Brown mixed breed of Water Dog and SchnauzerThe family adopted him from a shelter in Málaga. He's been with them for years and has become an inseparable companion, especially for the two sisters. Therefore, his disappearance adds to the suffering they already endure due to Raquel's serious injuries.
As the family has explained to various media outlets, when the rescue and evacuation efforts began, Boro ran away in fear And at that moment he lost his blue identification collar. Since then, no one in the family has seen him again. They believe that, due to his timid nature, he most likely hid somewhere near the derailment site.
Ana has recounted her story through tears in several television and press interviews. During a live segment on Ana Rosa's program on Telecinco, she shared a message that has gone viral: “Now that my sister is hospitalized and I can't do anything for her, I'm taking this opportunity to find my dogBetween sobs, she insisted that Boro is "one of the family" and asked that his story be shared.
The young woman stressed that, although everyone is aware that people are the priority in such a catastrophe, Boro has immense emotional value for his family.In fact, both she and her father have repeatedly stated that they will not rest until they have exhausted all possibilities to find him.
A very skittish dog and a race against time
Those who know Boro describe him as an especially shy and timid animalThis dog doesn't approach strangers easily, nor does it respond well to loud noises or hectic environments. This personality makes it difficult to locate, as it's likely that, after the trauma of the accident, it will be extremely nervous.
A relative of the young women has indicated that, due to their age, They don't believe Boro could have gone too far away. from the scene of the accident. The most widespread hypothesis is that he is hiding somewhere in the surrounding area, perhaps among bushes, nearby farms or small nooks where he feels at least somewhat safe.
Given this situation, both the family and the animal shelters that have taken on the search insist on a key message: If anyone sees it, it's crucial to remain calm.They recommend not running towards him or making sudden movements, as this could frighten him even more and cause him to run away. Ideally, you should immediately contact the phone numbers that are circulating or local animal shelters, so that people he might recognize or who know how to handle the situation can come to his aid.
There has also been a strong emphasis on debunking erroneous information on social media. At certain times, rumors have circulated that Boro had already appeared.However, the animal shelter in Adamuz and sources close to the family have clarified that, for now, this news is not true. Therefore, they ask that people only follow official channels or reliable profiles of the entities involved in the search.
The general feeling among those collaborating is that, despite the enormous difficulties, There is still a chance to find him alive.Every hour that passes without news increases the worry, but also the determination not to give up.
The role of animal shelters and mobilization on social media
Boro's disappearance has generated a very notable response from the animal rights movement and the animal shelters in the Cordoba and Malaga areasThe association in Malaga where he was adopted has been fully committed from the very beginning, sharing all available information on their profiles to facilitate his identification.
For its part, the protector of Adamuz They are coordinating part of the search efforts on the ground and have become a key source of information. From there, they have been providing updates on the status of the searches around the accident site and have specifically asked citizens to follow their instructions to avoid confusion.
National organizations like PACMA have also amplified the appeal. Through their social media networks, they have shared Boro's photo and basic information, emphasizing that He will probably be very scared and disoriented in the vicinity of the derailment site. Their message appeals to the public's empathy: although the priority is the injured people, the animals that were traveling on the train were part of families who also suffer their loss.
Ana and Raquel's family has appeared on television programs, radio shows, and in newspapers to emphasize this point. “We know that people come first, but Boro is another member of our family“They have repeated this on several occasions. Their goal is for the image of the dog to reach as many people as possible who live in or pass through the Adamuz area.”
In parallel, Social media has been flooded with messages of support And shared with Boro's photo, many of them accompanied by calls not to give up and to remain vigilant in case someone spots him. Users from different parts of Spain have even offered to travel and help with the searches, although for now the efforts are being organized mainly at the local level.
Citizen collaboration and precautions if Boro is located
The people and entities involved in the search agree that Citizen collaboration can be decisiveAdamuz and its surroundings comprise an area with rural areas, private farms and secondary roads where a frightened dog could go unnoticed for several days.
Those who live in the municipality or need to travel through the area of the accident—including hunters, farm workers, or drivers who use nearby roads—can play a key role simply by keeping their eyes wide open and alerting others if they see a dog with Boro's characteristicsIt is recommended to have the contact numbers provided by the animal shelters in Adamuz and Malaga on hand.
In case of a sighting, experts remind us that the most important thing is do not attempt to capture him by forceA traumatized dog may react with panic, run away, and put itself in danger, for example, by running into the road or venturing into difficult-to-access areas. The wisest course of action is to keep a safe distance, observe its behavior, and call the search and rescue team. If offering food, check the dog's diet beforehand. prohibited foods for dogs.
There is also a strong emphasis on not spreading unverified information about his reappearance. The family has already had to deny on several occasions messages claiming that Boro had been found by a family from Adamuz, something that So far, the animal shelters have categorically denied it.These hoaxes generate false hopes and divert efforts that should be focused on the real search.
Meanwhile, small searches are being organized in small groups, trying to to explore the immediate surroundings of the derailmentStreams, property lines, and other areas where a dog might hide are searched. Early morning and late afternoon are prioritized, as these are times when the animal is likely to move around in search of water or food.
Boro's story has unintentionally become a symbol of the many human and emotional dimensions left by a tragedy of this magnitude. In addition to the loss of life and the suffering of the injured, there are the bonds with animals that, as in this case, They form part of the emotional core of many familiesThe hope of those searching for Boro is that, despite everything that has happened, it is still possible to add at least one small piece of good news to an episode marked by devastation.