An accident on the Central Highway between a truck and a vintage car caused significant damage to the classic vehicle. It appears that no fatalities were reported, although there are some injuries.
A friend of the truck drivers explained under the condition of anonymity in the Facebook Group Accidents Buses & Trucks that the accident occurred on Sunday around 3:45 p.m. at the exit of the city of Holguín, "in front of the ataxia patients center in the city."
"The iron can be fixed, but life cannot," he concluded, encouraging his colleagues and without providing further details on the alleged causes of what happened.
It was Pedro Domínguez, the moderator of the mentioned Facebook group, who provided additional details about what happened.
"I was just informed that it was a Ford from '57 or '58, one of those that travel the route from Parque del Quijote to Cruce del Coco. It was headed towards the city and, almost in front of the Ataxia Clinic, collided with a trailer coming from the opposite direction. It ended up going off the road and almost falling into the Matamoros River," he explained.
The images reveal that the almendrón was indeed quite damaged.
As of the time of writing this note, the number of injured individuals and their clinical condition remain unclear.
Accidents show no mercy on Cuban roads.
In another recent traffic accident, a cargo truck caught fire early this morning on the National Highway near Cienfuegos. Fortunately, there were no injuries in this incident, although there was significant material damage.
Without being aware of the updates regarding recent events, at the beginning of July, Cuban authorities stated that in the first half of 2024, the country recorded 543 fewer incidents compared to the same period the previous year.
In the official television program Mesa Redonda, Colonel Roberto Rodríguez Fernández, head of the Specialized Traffic Body of the Ministry of the Interior (MININT), also reported that there were 81 fewer fatalities (23%) and a reduction of 151 injuries (5%) between January and June of this year, compared to the same period in 2023.
Frequently Asked Questions about Traffic Accidents in Cuba
What happened in the accident between the truck and the almendrón in Holguín?
The accident occurred between a truck and a classic Cuban car on the Central Highway in Holguín. Fortunately, there were no reported fatalities, although there were injuries. The classic car, a Ford from the 1950s, was severely damaged after colliding with the truck in front of the Holguín ataxia treatment center.
What is the situation regarding traffic accidents in Cuba in 2024?
According to official data, in the first half of 2024, there was a 13% reduction in traffic accidents compared to the same period in 2023. There were 543 fewer accidents, 81 fewer fatalities, and 151 fewer injuries. However, the public perception is that accidents continue to be common on Cuban roads.
What are the common causes of accidents in Cuba?
The main causes of accidents in Cuba include distractions while driving, poor road conditions, and vehicle maintenance issues. Distraction is the leading cause, responsible for 52% of accidents, 75% of fatalities, and 55% of injuries in the country.
What vehicles are frequently involved in accidents in Cuba?
In Cuba, it is common for old vehicles such as almendrones (American cars from the 1950s) and transport trucks to be involved in traffic accidents. Almendrones often take center stage due to their age and the mechanical conditions they are in, which heightens the risk of incidents.
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