Lisbon Funicular Accident | 15 Killed, 18 Injured After Streetcar Derails In Lisbon
Lisbon's famous Elevador da Gloria, or the Gloria Funicular, derailed and crashed on September 3, 2025, killing at least 15 people and leaving more than 18 injured, some critically, local authorities said. According to a report by the BBC, the incident happened around 18:05 near Avenida da Liberdade, a busy area in the Portuguese capital. Emergency services responded quickly, with more than 60 personnel and 22 vehicles rushing to the scene.
