“We mourn with the families and wish those injured a speedy recovery” The ministry confirmed it is in contact with Portuguese authorities to offer support
The “Elevador da Glória” funicular reportedly crashed into a pedestrian walkway and a building on Wednesday evening, according to eyewitness accounts Police report that at least 15 people were killed and 18 others injured The Portuguese government declared a national day of mourning on Thursday in response to the accident
The “Elevador da Glória” has connected the city center with the higher-located Bairro Alto district since 1885 Like the Elevadores da Bica and da Lavra, the funicular is considered a symbol of the city and is particularly popular with tourists
