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Portugal’s attorney general’s office announced on Thursday that they have so far identified eight victims: five individuals from Portugal, two from South Korea, and one from Switzerland. The identities of the remaining eight victims have not yet been confirmed, according to the statement.
The Elevador da Gloria tram derailed during the busy Wednesday evening rush hour, at a time when it was carrying both locals and international visitors. Last year, Lisbon welcomed around 8.5 million tourists, and it is common to see long queues of people eager to take the short yet scenic ride up and down the city street.
Service halted as inspections ordered
This tram service, which began operations in 1885, connects Restauradores Square with the Bairro Alto area, famous for its vibrant nightlife. The Elevador da Gloria holds the status of a national monument.
Lisbon’s City Council halted operations of three other famous funicular streetcars in the city while immediate inspections were carried out.
The European Union showed solidarity by flying their flags at half-mast at both the European Parliament and European Commission buildings in Brussels. Many EU leaders took to social media to express their sympathy and offer condolences.
