A traffic accident occurred in Havana when a car crashed into the wall of a house on the busy Calzada del Cerro and then ended up overturning.
According to the Facebook user Facebook Alexander Ríos Cruz, the incident occurred just a few meters from the corner of Tulipán Street.
The photos show that the car was involved in the incident at night and was still there this morning.
In the Facebook group "ACCIDENTES BUSES & CAMIONES for more experience and fewer victims!", the user Tato Iroso shared a video recorded from a passing motorcycle, showing how bystanders and neighbors attempted to right the vehicle unsuccessfully.
"The driver came out alive," he stated.
Several internet users commented that for the vehicle to have flipped over like that, it was likely traveling at a high speed.
Others agree that the street is in such poor condition that it looks like an embankment.
"I drive on that road every day, and there’s no way to go faster than 30 km/h without risking damage to your teeth; it has more potholes than the moon. No one in their right mind would go any faster than that. Maybe the driver was under the influence...," commented a driver.
In the same Facebook group, user Gabriel Rojas posted photos and a video taken this Sunday at dawn. Although there were no fatalities, the wall of the house did suffer damage.
"I live right there, and I can tell you that the road was wet all night long. I really don't know the actual causes, but it was clearly a loss of control of the vehicle at high speed; however, I still don't know the reason," expressed a taxi driver.
Frequently asked questions about traffic accidents in Havana
What happened in the recent accident on Calzada del Cerro in Havana?
A car crashed into the wall of a house and overturned on the busy Calzada del Cerro in Havana. The incident occurred near the corner with Tulipán Street, and no fatalities were reported, although the wall of the house sustained damages.
What are the most common causes of accidents in Havana?
The most common causes of accidents in Havana include excessive speed, poor road conditions, and lack of proper signage. In the case of the accident on Calzada del Cerro, it is speculated that the vehicle was traveling at high speed and that the bad road conditions may have influenced the incident.
What measures could be taken to reduce traffic accidents in Cuba?
To reduce traffic accidents in Cuba, measures could be implemented such as improving the condition of the roads, ensuring proper signage, and conducting awareness campaigns on road safety. Additionally, it would be beneficial to restrict speeds in problematic areas and increase the presence of police checkpoints.
How does the condition of the roads in Havana affect road safety?
The poor condition of the roads in Havana severely affects road safety, increasing the risk of accidents. Many roads have potholes, inadequate lighting, and poor signage, making safe driving difficult and potentially leading to incidents like the one that occurred on Calzada del Cerro.
Filed under: