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A tragic accident on the road to Santa Cruz del Sur resulted in 63 injured individuals, including 13 minors, and one fatality, identified as Ramón Chávez Águila, a resident of the Jacinto González neighborhood.
The incident occurred around 10 a.m. on January 2, when the driver of the private truck, Alberto Cruz Díaz, lost control of the vehicle at kilometer 71 of the road, reported the state-run Radio Santa Cruz on its official Facebook page.
The swift response from local authorities and the Ministry of the Interior (MININT) enabled the immediate transfer of the injured to the José Espiridón Santiesteban Báez municipal hospital using ambulances and alternative transport.
Twenty of the injured, due to the severity of their condition, were transferred to hospitals in the provincial capital.
The tragedy prompted a significant outpouring of solidarity from the locals, who flocked to the hospital to donate blood and provide support as needed.
At the same time, social media users also urged the public to make donations at the Provincial Blood Bank in Camagüey, highlighting the urgent need to save lives during this emergency.
The authorities have stated that there were sufficient medical personnel and resources to care for the injured.
Frequently Asked Questions about the accident in Santa Cruz del Sur
How many people were affected in the Santa Cruz del Sur accident?
The accident resulted in one fatality and 63 injuries, including 13 minors. The deceased was identified as Ramón Chávez Águila.
What was the response of the authorities after the accident?
Local authorities and the MININT acted quickly, transporting the injured to the municipal hospital using ambulances and alternative means of transport. Twenty of the wounded, due to the severity of their injuries, were sent to hospitals in the provincial capital.
How did the citizens react to the accident in Santa Cruz del Sur?
The tragedy sparked a remarkable show of solidarity among the locals, who went to the hospital to donate blood and offer support. There were also calls on social media for donations at the Provincial Blood Bank in Camagüey.
What are the causes of the accident in Santa Cruz del Sur?
The accident occurred when the driver of the private truck, Alberto Cruz Díaz, lost control of the vehicle at kilometer 71 of the road. Investigations into the specific causes are still ongoing.
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