A serious accident occurred on Thursday evening on the Trilladeras road in Ciego de Ávila, when a tourist taxi collided with the rear tires of a trailer while attempting to avoid a dark cart, locally known as "araña de caballo."
The taxi, which was completely wrecked by the side of the road, was driven by a tourism sector worker, whose condition is unknown.
The incident, which occurred in the evening, has reignited concerns among local residents about the danger posed by makeshift vehicles, such as "arañas" or horse-drawn carts, that operate without proper lighting or signage.
These types of vehicles have become a constant threat on the roads, especially in rural areas where traffic is light and nighttime visibility is limited.
Several users on Facebook voiced their outrage over the lack of effective measures to prevent these accidents.
"The problem is that no strong measures are taken against those individuals who walk around at night completely in the dark. That poses a potential danger on the streets," commented a user.
Another pointed out that the authorities should prohibit the circulation of these vehicles, also known as "volantes," due to the irresponsibility of those who drive them.
Additionally, some pointed out the constant danger posed by loose animals, such as horses, which roam freely along the roads, particularly in the early morning and late evening hours. "It's irresponsible not only on the part of the cart drivers but also for the motorists who need to be more vigilant," said one comment.
This new accident has reignited the debate on the urgent need to implement preventive measures to ensure road safety in Ciego de Ávila and other provinces, where the use of these vehicles remains a common practice.
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