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A vehicle belonging to the Special Troops Brigade of the regime was involved in an accident this Friday on a busy avenue in Havana, colliding with a yellow taxi and subsequently knocking down a palm tree from the road divider.
The incident was reported in the Facebook group "ACCIDENTES BUSES & CAMIONES, por más experiencia y menos víctimas," where images were shared showing the car stopped on the median alongside a palm tree that had been almost uprooted.
"Right now, the troops hit a yellow taxi and uprooted the palm tree," wrote a witness in the post, which sparked numerous reactions among users questioning whether the Special Forces driver would be required to pay for the damages to the taxi driver.
The photograph shows several young people wearing black berets and dressed in their olive green uniforms, who apparently were traveling in the vehicle.
"Those people definitely don’t pay a dime for damages... the taxi driver really had bad luck," said a netizen.
This incident adds to a troubling streak of traffic accidents in the Cuban capital, as the year-end holidays approach and alcohol consumption rises.
At the beginning of this month, in the 10 de Octubre municipality, a Peugeot car collided with another vehicle, causing it to cross the median and crash into a truck from the Commercial and Distribution Company of Medicines (EMCOMED).
More recently, an urban transporter minibus known as "Gacela" lost control on Calzada Calixto García in Arroyo Naranjo after its steering failed. The vehicle ended up crashing into a telephone pole.
Frequently Asked Questions about Traffic Accidents in Havana
What happened in the accident involving the Special Forces vehicle in Havana?
A vehicle from the Special Forces collided with a yellow taxi and subsequently knocked down a palm tree on a busy avenue in Havana. The incident was widely discussed on social media, especially in Facebook groups dedicated to traffic accidents.
What are the common causes of traffic accidents in Cuba?
The most common causes of accidents in Cuba include driver negligence, poor road conditions, and a lack of vehicle maintenance. Inadequate signage and high speed are also significant factors contributing to this issue.
How does the lack of vehicle maintenance affect road safety in Cuba?
The lack of maintenance in vehicles significantly increases the risk of accidents, as mechanical issues such as steering failures or tire blowouts are common. This affects both private vehicles and those used for public transportation.
What measures can be taken to improve road safety in Cuba?
To improve road safety in Cuba, it is essential to enhance the condition of the roads, increase signage, and ensure adequate lighting. Furthermore, it is crucial to promote caution and responsibility among drivers to reduce the number of accidents.
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