The iconic Lisbon’s Ascensor da Glória derailed today, near Avenida da Liberdade, resulting in devastating loss of life and multiple injuries. Emergency services responded immediately to the scene, rescuing passengers trapped in the wreckage and transporting the injured to Lisbon’s main hospitals, São José, Santa Maria, and São Francisco Xavier. A formal investigation is now underway to determine the exact cause of the derailment, as authorities have pledged full transparency and immediate corrective measures to ensure the safety of Lisbon’s public transport. The Ascensor da Glória, inaugurated in 1885 and electrified in 1915, is both a national monument and a symbol of Lisbon’s identity. While minor incidents had been reported in the past, this marks the first deadly accident in its 140-year history.