Lisbon in shock after tourist attraction crash leaves 15 dead
First responders work at the site of a funicular accident in Lisbon (REUTERS)
A streetcar in Lisbon, Portugal, derailed and crashed on Wednesday evening, resulting in 15 fatalities and 18 injuries.
Among the injured, one child was reported, with five individuals in serious condition and an unknown number of foreign nationals affected.
The yellow-and-white streetcar, a popular tourist attraction, was found on its side, partially crumpled, having reportedly careened down a steep hill before crashing into a building.
Lisbon's mayor described the incident as an unprecedented tragedy, leading to the Portuguese government declaring Thursday a day of national mourning and the city announcing three days of mourning.
The cause of the accident is currently unknown, with an investigation set to commence once rescue operations conclude, while the operator, Carris, stated all maintenance protocols had been followed.
