CatastrophePortugal
Lisbon in mourning as 16 people die in funicular accident

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Jessica Saltz
September 4, 2025Advertisement
A tragic accident in Lisbon has claimed more than a dozen lives after the iconic Gloria funicular derailed and crashed into a building during rush hour. Eyewitnesses described scenes of panic as another tram approached. Mayor Carlos Moedas called the incident "unprecedented," with many victims in serious condition. The historic funicular, dating back to 1885, was a popular tourist attraction.