Portugal Tragedy: 16 Dead in Lisbon Funicular Accident

At least 16 people have died and 20 were injured in a tragic funicular accident in Lisbon, Portugal. The accident occurred when a car of the Gloria funicular derailed and collided with a building.

Eyewitnesses described scenes of chaos, with one reporting hearing an explosion before complete silence. Lisbon police are investigating the cause of the tragedy.

The accident occurred near Avenida da Liberdade, a busy area close to tourist spots. The injured have been transported to local hospitals.