The death toll from the recent derailment of a funicular railway in Lisbon has risen to 17, according to CNN Portugal. Emergency services responded promptly to the incident, which occurred earlier this week, and have reported over 20 individuals injured in the crash.
Authorities are continuing their investigation into the circumstances surrounding the derailment, which has raised concerns about the safety of existing railway infrastructure in the city. The incident has prompted calls for a review of safety protocols and maintenance procedures for transportation systems in Lisbon.
Among the injured, two individuals succumbed overnight, bringing the total number of fatalities to 17. Rescue operations are ongoing, and officials remain at the scene to assist victims and gather information for the investigation. This tragic event marks one of the most severe transportation accidents in the city’s recent history.