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A traffic accident occurred on Friday involving a car and an electric motorcycle that collided at the dangerous intersection of San Francisco and Calvario streets in the heart of Santiago de Cuba.
Independent journalist Yosmany Mayeta Labrada shared photos of the vehicles involved: a blue private car with license plate number P052766 and a motorcycle with license plate U19196.
According to the information shared on their Facebook wall, the car collided with the motorcycle. The motorcycle was left lying in the street, while the vehicle apparently sustained no damage.
The crash resulted in serious injuries to a woman who was riding as a passenger on the motorcycle, and she was taken to the hospital. The driver did not suffer any serious injuries.
"Several people helped immobilize the woman, while others gathered her belongings scattered in the middle of the road, until they loaded her into the car that came to their aid," the post details.
As of the time of writing this note, the condition of the woman injured in the accident is unknown.
On December 11th, a traffic accident in Camagüey claimed one life and left two others injured.
The incident occurred when two motorcycles traveling at 120 km/h collided with an American car. The deceased was one of the motorcyclists, who was riding with his underage son, who has been hospitalized. The second motorcyclist was also admitted to the hospital and underwent surgery on his head.
The collision was so severe that it blew out one of the vehicle's tires.
Last January, Colonel Roberto Rodríguez Fernández, head of the Specialized Traffic Body of the General Directorate of the PNR, stated that motorcycles and mopeds are involved in 44% of accidents in Cuba.
On November 27th, in Havana, a Peugeot car collided with a motorcycle on Calzada de San Miguel, near Virgen del Camino. The motorcyclist sustained fatal injuries.
A few days earlier, another serious accident occurred between a jeep and a motorcycle, resulting in at least one fatality. The incident happened in the Santiago municipality of Songo-La Maya, when both vehicles went down a slope after a tire on the jeep exploded.
Although there were initially no deaths, it was later confirmed that the motorcycle rider, a young soldier from Guantánamo, lost his life.
Frequently Asked Questions about Traffic Accidents in Santiago de Cuba
What was the cause of the accident at the intersection of San Francisco and Calvario in Santiago de Cuba?
The accident was caused by the collision between a car and an electric motorcycle at the dangerous intersection of San Francisco and Calvario streets. The car collided with the motorcycle, resulting in serious injuries to a woman who was the passenger. This intersection is known for its danger and has been the site of other previous accidents.
What is the traffic safety situation in Santiago de Cuba?
Santiago de Cuba is facing a growing problem with traffic accidents, particularly at hazardous intersections such as San Francisco and Calvario.Reports indicate failures in traffic lights and a disregard for traffic signs, which increases the risk of accidents.The situation is worsened by the recklessness of some drivers and the poor condition of the roads.
¿Qué medidas podrían mejorar la seguridad vial en Santiago de Cuba?
To enhance road safety in Santiago de Cuba, it is essential to repair and maintain traffic lights, particularly at hazardous intersections. Increasing road safety education and police surveillance could help reduce reckless driving by motorists. Furthermore, improving road conditions and ensuring proper signage are crucial for preventing accidents.
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