A tragic incident occurred this Saturday in Santiago de Cuba after a train ran over someone's leg.
The accident occurred on "Avenida Jesús Menéndez, very close to the Ron Don Pacho Rum Warehouse and Paseo Martí where the train line passes," reported independent journalist Yosmany Mayeta Labrada.
Labrada explained that the train "ran over the leg of a child between 8 and 10 years old, leaving him almost mutilated."
No information has emerged regarding the severity of the situation or the identity of the minor, who "was promptly assisted to the Children's Hospital Sur, La Colonia Española," it was specified.
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Tragic weekend: mother and daughter lose their lives in Holguín
In another tragic incident, last Friday, a mother and her daughter lost their lives in a traffic accident in the municipality of Cacocum, Holguín province, when the car they were traveling in crashed violently into a tree after one of its tires blew out.
The victims have been identified as Yalyly Requejo and her daughter Sheyla Escobar Requejo, who were returning from a party in the town of Maceo, according to sources close to the family.
According to eyewitness testimonies collected by the user of Facebook La Tijera, the incident occurred on the road connecting Holguín to Bayamo.
"Witnesses at the scene say that a tire blew out on the car, which caused the driver to lose control and crash into a tree on the side of the road," the publication detailed.
Frequently Asked Questions about Traffic Accidents in Cuba
What happened to the boy in the train accident in Santiago de Cuba?
A train ran over the leg of a child aged between 8 and 10 years in Santiago de Cuba, leaving him nearly mutilated. The accident occurred on Avenida Jesús Menéndez, near the Don Pacho Rum Warehouses. The boy was promptly transported to the Sur Children’s Hospital.
What are the common causes of traffic accidents in Cuba?
The common causes of traffic accidents in Cuba include human factors, poor road and vehicle conditions, and alcohol consumption by drivers. The lack of adequate infrastructure and the recklessness of some drivers exacerbate the situation.
What measures are being taken to improve road safety in Cuba?
Despite some efforts to improve road safety, the measures implemented have not been sufficient according to the public's perception. There is a need for improvements in road infrastructure and stricter enforcement of traffic rules to reduce accidents.
How does the condition of the roads affect traffic safety in Cuba?
The precarious conditions of the roads in Cuba severely affect road safety. This situation, combined with the noncompliance with traffic regulations, has led to a high number of accidents, generating social concern and criticism towards the authorities.
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