Breaking News: Lisbon Funicular Crash Kills 16, Injures Dozens
At least 16 people have died and about 20 are injured after a cable snapped on the iconic Glória funicular railway in Lisbon, sending one of its two cabins crashing into a building. The incident occurred at around 8pm local time yesterday evening.
The national transport safety office has confirmed that the cable connecting the two carriages gave way, causing the derailment. Despite efforts by the brakeman to apply emergency brakes, the crash was unavoidable.
The 140-year-old funicular is a vital transportation link for Lisbon's residents and a popular tourist attraction. The incident has sent shockwaves through the city, with many left shaken by the tragedy.
Investigations are ongoing, but officials have already begun examining the wreckage at the site. Further details on the cause of the cable failure are expected to emerge in the coming hours.
This is a developing story, and we will provide updates as more information becomes available.
*This is a developing story. Updates will be provided as more information becomes available. Based on reporting from Bbc.*
