Tragedy Strikes: Four Killed in Cable Car Accident Near Naples

Four individuals tragically lost their lives in a cable car accident at Mount Faito, with one more severely injured.

Four people have died following a cable car cabin crash at Mount Faito, located south of Naples, Italy, according to emergency services. In addition to the fatalities, one individual was reported to be "extremely seriously injured" and was being airlifted to a local hospital for urgent medical care.

Initial reports suggest that one of the cables supporting the cabin may have snapped during the ride across the valley. Vincenzo De Luca, the president of the Campania region, stated that the deceased were tourists who were visiting the area.

Rescue operations were hampered by adverse weather conditions, including fog, wind, and rain, complicating the access for emergency services trying to reach the crash site, which is situated at an altitude of 1,500 meters. Reports also surfaced earlier in the day indicating that another cable car had become stuck, prompting a rescue operation for those passengers.

The mayor of Castellammare di Stabia, where the cable car is based, indicated that they suspect the failure of a traction cable may have led to the accident. He noted that while the emergency brake downstream functioned correctly, the emergency system on the cabin approaching the crest of the hill appeared to have failed.

Regular safety checks are conducted on the cable car system, raising concerns about the incident and its causes. As this story develops, more updates will be provided. For the latest breaking news, stay tuned and refresh your page.