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flag A Lisbon funicular crashed on Sept. 3, 2025, killing 16, after a cable detached, with brakes failing due to a structural issue.

flag An investigation into the September 3, 2025, Lisbon funicular crash, which killed 16 people and injured about 20, reveals the Gloria funicular derailed after a cable disconnected, causing the car to crash into a building at 60 km/h. flag Preliminary findings from Portugal’s GPIAAF indicate the cable showed no visible issues during a pre-accident inspection, though attachment points are only visible during biennial replacements. flag The driver’s brakes failed without the counterweight system, suggesting a structural flaw. flag All of Lisbon’s funiculars remain closed for safety assessments, with a final report expected within a year.

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