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A traffic accident that occurred this Monday at the entrance to Havana, in front of the bridge on Avenida Monumental, left a driver seriously injured.
According to user Rafael Socorro in the Facebook group "ACCIDENTES BUSES & CAMIONES for more experience and fewer victims!", the driver, identified as José Luis Hernández, was transported in critical condition to the emergency room, without specifying the hospital.
The crashed truck, which was transporting goods and ended up completely destroyed in its front part, belongs to the province of Matanzas, according to user Norges Tamayo in the comments of the post.
According to reports from users like Luis Fajardo Montejo in the group "Automobile Accidents Cuba," it is hypothesized that the driver may have fallen asleep at the wheel or that a tire might have exploded, causing a loss of control of the vehicle and the crash into a concrete barrier on the road.
Images shared on social media reveal the severity of the impact. The vehicle's cabin is unrecognizable, and part of the cargo has scattered across the green area.
So far, the authorities have not issued an official report on the causes of the accident, nor have any other injuries or vehicles involved been confirmed.
This accident occurs just two days after another major road incident in Cuba, when last Saturday, a massive collision in the municipality of Río Cauto, in the province of Granma, left at least three people injured after a truck lost control on the road.
The secretary of the Communist Party in Granma, Yudelkis Ortiz Barceló, later reported that the accident, which could have ended in tragedy, was caused by a driver who did not reside in Granma and was under the influence of alcoholic beverages at the time of the incident.
Frequently Asked Questions about Traffic Accidents in Havana
What happened in the traffic accident at the entrance of Havana?
The accident at the entrance to Havana involved a truck that was completely destroyed in its front part. The driver, José Luis Hernández, was seriously injured and was transported in critical condition, although the hospital was not specified. The accident occurred in front of the bridge on Avenida Monumental, and it is speculated that it may have been due to the driver falling asleep or a tire blowing out.
What are the possible causes of the accident in Havana?
The hypotheses regarding the causes of the accident in Havana include the possibility that the truck driver may have fallen asleep at the wheel or that a tire may have blown out, leading to a loss of control of the vehicle. These are the two main theories being discussed by internet users on social media. However, the authorities have not yet issued an official report confirming the exact causes.
What road safety measures are needed in Cuba?
To enhance road safety in Cuba, it is necessary to implement measures such as improving the condition of the roads, increasing signage, and ensuring proper lighting. Additionally, it is crucial to promote caution and responsibility among drivers to reduce the traffic accident rate in the country.
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