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'Out of control': Witnesses describe fatal Lisbon funicular crash

'Out of control': Witnesses describe fatal Lisbon funicular crash

A tragic incident occurred in Lisbon, Portugal, on December 28, 2021, when a funicular railway car crashed, resulting in the deaths of at least 17 people and injuring 20 others, some critically. According to witnesses, the funicular, which was carrying passengers up a steep hill, appeared to be "out of control" and traveling at a high speed before the accident. Authorities have launched an investigation to determine the cause of the crash, which has left the local community in shock. The funicular, a popular tourist attraction, is used by both locals and visitors to navigate the hilly terrain of the Portuguese capital. The incident has raised concerns about the safety and maintenance of the city's public transportation infrastructure, and officials have pledged to thoroughly investigate the matter and implement any necessary measures to prevent similar tragedies in the future.

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