Fatal and minor injuries reported after a vehicle crash during Cenizate festival celebrations in Castilla-La Mancha
Emergency department sources confirm that a crash occurred this afternoon in Cenizate, a town in Albacete province, during the ongoing patron saint festivities. The incident affected four people: two young children and two adults. A 2-year-old boy and a 3-year-old girl sustained injuries, while the other two victims were two women, both reported to be 37 years old. All four were hospitalized, though the current condition of each patient has not been released.
According to the Castilla-La Mancha regional emergency service, 112, responders received the call about the accident at 19:42 on Concepción Street in Cenizate. The town is actively celebrating its local festival season, drawing residents and visitors to street processions, market stalls, and community gatherings that mark this time of year.
In the wake of the collision, emergency crews acted swiftly to secure the scene and provide medical care. The responders deployed multiple resources, including two medical helicopters, an emergency medical unit, and an intensive care unit vehicle, to ensure rapid transport and on-site stabilization for the injured. At this stage, there is no public update on the precise injuries or the prognosis for each individual.
The incident underscores the importance of heightened safety measures during crowded public events. Local authorities typically increase traffic controls, reinforce pedestrian areas, and remind attendees to stay vigilant around moving vehicles during festival periods. As the investigation proceeds, officials may review traffic patterns, crowd management practices, and the effectiveness of any safety protocols in place for the festivities, with the aim of preventing similar events in the future.
Witnesses and residents describe Cenizate’s festival season as a time of communal celebration and shared moments. While this event is still developing in terms of details and outcomes, the immediate focus remains on the health and recovery of those affected and on providing support to their families during a difficult moment.