Locals call out 'excessive tourism' after tram crash leaves at least 15 dead and 18 injured

A fatal derailment of Lisbon's Glória Funicular during rush hour on Wednesday reportedly took the lives of at least 15 people and injured 18. A child is said to be among the injured.

The Glória Funicular has long been a tourist draw. It connects Lisbon's downtown with the Bairro Alto district and welcomes thousands of visitors annually, according to The Associated Press.

In June, protesters in Lisbon called out the mass influx of foreign visitors.

Portugal's historic city of Évora City Council implemented a tourist tax of nearly $2 (1.50 euros) per guest per night, which began on Aug 1., local news outlets reported. 

Authorities have launched a probe into the mechanical failure of Glória Funicular while local media have cited concerns over recent maintenance schedules.

The Associated Press and Fox News Digital's Jasmine Baehr contributed to this report.