Accident

On average, Madeira sees about one fatal accident per month. Stay informed about incidents across the island, from road collisions to other emergencies, and receive timely updates on accidents, critical situations, and emergency responses.
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Media Leaves Out Key Aspects of Fatal Dubai Madeira Accident

Media Leaves Out Key Aspects of Fatal Dubai Madeira Accident

A fatal accident occurred at the 300 million Dubai Madeira construction site in Funchal. Major private media reported a deadly accident but did not mention the site, its location, or use conclusive imagery.

Cyclist Dies After Road Accident in Funchal

Cyclist Dies After Road Accident in Funchal

A 30-year-old cyclist has tragically died from injuries sustained in a road accident in Funchal yesterday, marking the fourth fatal traffic incident on Madeira's roads in 2025.

Tourist Dies as Large Rock Hits Car in Madalena do Mar

Tourist Dies as Large Rock Hits Car in Madalena do Mar

A deadly rockfall struck a car near a tunnel in Madalena do Mar, killing a tourist. Officials confirmed maintenance was delayed due to recent storms affecting cliff stability.

Woman Dies After Rocks Hit Car on Birthday Trip near Paul do Mar

Woman Dies After Rocks Hit Car on Birthday Trip near Paul do Mar

A birthday trip turned tragic when a rockfall struck a family's car near Paul do Mar, fatally injuring the mother.

Young German Tourist Dies After Falling from Cliff at Pico do Arieiro

Young German Tourist Dies After Falling from Cliff at Pico do Arieiro

A young German tourist tragically lost his life after falling 200 meters from a cliff at Pico do Arieiro. According to a report, he fell after crossing a safety barrier to take a photo.

Police Increase Speeding Inspections to Cut Accidents

Police Increase Speeding Inspections to Cut Accidents

Speeding in Madeira? You might want to take your foot off the gas - not just because the police currently have their eyes and radars on you.

A Day of Multiple Accidents, One Ends in Tragedy

A Day of Multiple Accidents, One Ends in Tragedy

Madeira news outlets report multiple accidents today, one resulting in a fatal injury

Incident on Monte Toboggan Due to Wet Road

Incident on Monte Toboggan Due to Wet Road

A minor accident involving a traditional carro de cesto occurred today on the Monte Toboggan sled in Funchal. Fortunately, no one was injured despite the rainy weather contributing to the incident.

Young Woman, 19, Dies in Paul da Serra Motorcycle Accident

Young Woman, 19, Dies in Paul da Serra Motorcycle Accident

A 19-year-old woman died in a tragic motorcycle accident this afternoon in Paul da Serra.

11 People Have Died in Road Accidents in Madeira This Year

11 People Have Died in Road Accidents in Madeira This Year

On average, Madeira records one fatal road accident every month, with the total number of accidents steadily increasing. Speeding remains the primary cause of these incidents.

Madeira Suffers Three Fatal Road Accidents in Just One Week

Madeira Suffers Three Fatal Road Accidents in Just One Week

In the past week, Madeira has endured three tragic road accidents that resulted in the deaths of three individuals, including two minors.