Tragedy: Cable Car Accident in Southern Italy Kills People.


Tragedy: Cable Car Accident in Southern Italy Kills People.

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Tragedy: Cable Car Accident in Southern Italy Kills People.

A cable car crashed in Italy. The cable car was carrying tourists near Naples. At least four people died in the crash and one person was hurt badly.

The cable broke, and the cable car fell. One cable car crashed, but another was stopped. People were rescued from the cable car that did not crash.

The mayor said the cable broke. The brakes on the car going up did not work right. This caused the car to crash into the ground.

Rescuers came to help after the accident. They included firefighters and police. The rescue teams worked to save people who were hurt or trapped.

The cable car had just opened for the season. It is popular for its views. The Italian leader said she was sad about the accident and is talking to rescuers.


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Where did the cable car crash happen?

The cable car crash happened in Italy, near Naples.

How many people died in the crash?

At least four people died in the crash.

What did the mayor say about the cable car?

The mayor said the cable broke and the brakes did not work right.


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