Two bus drivers from the National Bus Company prevented a tragedy early this Sunday morning by stopping the vehicle from overturning.
A report from the company itself recounted the incident and specified that early on Sunday morning, bus 1694, which was servicing the Las Tunas-Havana route, experienced a technical malfunction in a front tire, but the swift actions of the driver and the co-driver prevented an accident.
The incident occurred at kilometer 80 of the National Highway. The bus had departed at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday from Las Tunas, and more than six hours later, they saw the front tire fail.
The crew of the bus, consisting of Rafael Bello Acosta and Rolando Rodríguez Peña, performed a maneuver to prevent the bus from overturning.
The director of the transport company in Tunera, Alexander Torres, told the press that the protocol for transferring travelers was activated immediately to continue their transportation to Havana.
According to the authorities, the vehicle underwent the necessary technical inspection before departing, and no damages were detected.
In a context where accidents frequently come to light, there were fewer incidents in April compared to the same month last year, but the number of fatalities increased.
The official media outlet Granma reported that by the end of April, there were 2,377 traffic accidents, a decrease of 150 incidents compared to April 2024.
However, the incidents were more deadly: deaths increased, despite a decrease in the number of injuries.
According to Colonel Roberto Rodríguez Fernández, head of the Specialized Traffic Body, human factors were involved in 91% of accidents, confirming that the most common causes include lack of attention to vehicle control, disregarding traffic signals, improper overtaking, and not yielding to pedestrians.
However, the deterioration of the vehicle fleet and the condition of the roads have been key factors in the accidents.
Rarely do the authorities acknowledge or thoroughly address the structural issues that lead to accidents, for which the regime offers no solution.
Frequently asked questions about traffic accidents in Cuba
What happened in the bus incident on the Las Tunas-Havana route?
Two bus drivers averted a tragedy by preventing the vehicle from overturning due to a technical failure in a tire. The quick actions of the driver and the co-driver were crucial in avoiding a serious accident on the National Highway. The incident took place during the early morning, and the passenger transfer protocol was activated immediately.
What is the current situation of traffic accidents in Cuba?
Despite a decrease in the total number of accidents, the number of fatalities in traffic accidents has increased in Cuba. In April 2025, fewer accidents were recorded compared to the same month of the previous year, but the incidents were more deadly. Human factors, such as lack of attention and disregard for traffic signals, continue to be a predominant factor in the majority of accidents.
What role does the condition of the roads play in traffic accidents in Cuba?
The deterioration of the vehicle fleet and the poor condition of the roads are aggravating factors in traffic accidents in Cuba. Although authorities often blame human factors, the lack of maintenance and inadequate road conditions are structural issues that contribute to the high accident rate in the country.
What measures are being taken to improve road safety in Cuba?
Cuban authorities have proposed several measures, such as increasing educational outreach on road safety and expanding breathalyzer checks. However, they rarely address underlying structural issues such as the poor condition of the roads. The call is to strengthen prevention and control measures, although results so far have not been satisfactory.
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