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Fixed Speed-Control Radars Could Come to Madeira
Madeira may soon install fixed speed-control radars as part of a new 2025 safety plan. Officials hope these cameras will reduce accidents by slowing traffic in high-risk areas.
Missing Polish Tourist Found Dead in Madeira Mountains
After almost a week of intense searching by family and friends, 31-year-old Polish tourist Igor Holewiński was found dead today in a remote mountain area of Santana.
Tourist Dies After Cardiac Arrest While Swimming at Praia Formosa
A tourist from Germany or Switzerland died today after suffering a cardiorespiratory arrest while swimming at Praia Formosa. He was pulled from the water and brought to shore, but despite resuscitation efforts, he could not be revived.
Machico Sea Rescue: 44 Year-Old Irish Man Dies, Teen Survives
A 44-year-old Irish man died after entering the sea at Maiata Beach in Madeira, reportedly while trying to rescue his daughter, who survived and was taken to hospital.
VR1: Container Falls From Truck and Crashes Into Opposite Lane
A massive container broke free from a truck and crashed onto the opposite lane between Funchal and Santa Cruz. Fortunately, there were no injuries.
Biker, 24, Shares Recovery After Losing Legs in Accident
Diamantino Pereira lost both legs in a motorcycle crash on August 27 and is now sharing his recovery journey online while adjusting to a new life and daily routine.
22-Year-Old Dies in Motorcycle Accident on Expressway
Yesterday night, a 22-year-old man died in a motorcycle accident on Madeira’s expressway between Ribeira Brava and São Vicente.
Man Dies in Car Accident on VR1
A man was trapped and fatally injured in a BMW convertible accident on the VR1 near Câmara de Lobos. He sustained severe head injuries and died at the scene.
Elevador da GlĂłria Accident Leaves 15 Dead, Many Injured
Lisbon’s iconic Elevador da Glória funicular derailed and overturned near Avenida da Liberdade, so far there are 15 fatalities and many injured.
Tourist Dies in Porto Santo After Accident at Holiday Rental
A tourist died today after an accident in her holiday home on Porto Santo. Emergency efforts and plans to transfer her to Madeira were unsuccessful.
