Portugal is reeling after 16 people died and around 20 were injured when Lisbon's famous Glória funicular cable railway derailed on Wednesday evening.
Among those who perished were five Portuguese nationals, along with several tourists from the UK, South Korea, Canada, the US, Ukraine, Switzerland, and France. Specific identities of the victims are still being confirmed, with some having been reported elsewhere.
The funicular's brake guard, André Jorge Gonçalves Marques, was mourned by the Portuguese transport union, which extended condolences to the victims' families. He was remembered as a dedicated professional who always aimed to serve the community.
Another casualty, Pedro Manuel Alves Trindade, was recognized for his contributions as a former volleyball referee and employee of the charity Santa Casa da Misericórdia. This tragic event has left a profound impact on both the local community and visitors.
Witnesses described the moment the carriage derailed, with many stating they would never take the funicular again.
The Portuguese government has declared a national day of mourning, and further investigations into the cause of the derailment are ongoing.
