A three-year-old German boy has been pulled alive from the wreckage of a tragic tram accident in Lisbon, Portugal, that killed 16 people, including his father. His mother is among the injured, while more than 20 others – including foreign tourists – suffered various injuries.
The incident has deeply shaken the Portuguese capital, leaving witnesses in a state of shock. Local authorities have launched an investigation to find out the cause of the accident and have ordered immediate checks on the city's entire tram network. The public transport company, Carris, has announced that it has also launched an independent investigation.
The little boy's rescue has been hailed as a miracle and has brought a glimmer of hope and relief amid the terrible tragedy that struck the city. Meanwhile, emergency teams continue to work to help the injured and gather information about the accident.
