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Lisbon Funicular Crash Caused by Faulty Cable, Inquiry Finds; Other Lines Remain Closed

Lisbon, Portugal – A preliminary investigation into the fatal funicular crash in Lisbon last month, which claimed the lives of 16 people, has revealed that a faulty cable was the primary cause. The report, released Monday by Portugal’s air and rail accident investigations bureau (GPIAAF), indicated the cable did not meet the specifications required for the Gloria tram, a popular tourist attraction dating back to the 19th century.

The September 3rd accident occurred on the Gloria tramway, a historic line that ascends one of Lisbon’s steep hills. The disconnected cable led to one of the carriages derailing at approximately 6:15 PM local time. Despite the driver activating the brakes, the carriage sped down the slope before colliding with a building, crumpling upon impact.

The victims included five Portuguese citizens and 11 foreign nationals from the United Kingdom, Canada, South Korea, the United States, France, Switzerland, and Ukraine. About 20 others were injured.

In the wake of the findings, the GPIAAF has recommended that all other funiculars in Lisbon remain closed until inspectors can confirm that their braking systems are capable of safely immobilizing the carriages in the event of a cable break. The bureau has stated that safety recommendations would be published in the final report, which is expected in the next year. The GPIAAF also reported that the funicular operated using a counterweight system, which no longer worked once the cable disconnected.

The Gloria tramway, which opened in 1885, has been a beloved landmark and a key part of Lisbon’s transportation history. Its closure raises concerns about the safety of similar systems and the future of Lisbon’s iconic funicular network.

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