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Lisbon Funicular Crash Kills 17, Sparks National Mourning

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Source: BBC
Lisbon Funicular Crash Kills 17, Sparks National Mourning
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A tragic crash of Lisbon's Gloria funicular resulted in at least 17 deaths and 20 injuries, with witnesses describing the vehicle as 'out of control' and lacking brakes, crashing into a building near Avenida da Liberdade. Authorities are investigating the cause of the accident.

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  2. At least 15 dead, 23 injured after streetcar derails in Lisbon, city says  ABC News
  3. At Least 15 Dead After Lisbon Funicular Derails and Crashes, Officials Say  The New York Times
  4. Lisbon funicular crash: Portugal declares day of mourning as death toll rises to 17  The Guardian
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