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The tragedy struck the municipality of Bauta in Artemisa, where four deaths were reported this Saturday, one of which was due to a traffic accident that also left two other people injured.
The shock over the deaths of a three-year-old girl by drowning and two teenagers aged 13 and 16, who were struck by an electrical shock, in separate incidents, was compounded by the impact of a brutal collision between a motorcycle and a Lada car in La Ernestina, near Punta Brava, reported the official newspaper El Artemiseño.
The result of the road accident was one deceased and two injured, whose identities have not been disclosed by the authorities or local media. The injured are receiving medical attention at the Calixto García Clinical Surgical Hospital in Havana.
Photos of the accident posted on Facebook by the Telecentro ARTV-Artemisa show the severe damage the car sustained from the collision, rendering it useless.
Although the causes of the accident have not been officially reported, the condition of the car suggests that the crash may have been related to excessive speed. So far, no photos of the motorcycle have been released.
Additionally, no reports have been made public regarding the condition of the injured in the incident.
The Saturday evening plunged several families in Artemisa and the community of Bauta into mourning with this series of painful events, just a week before Father's Day in Cuba.
The day before, another tragic accident was reported on a road in the municipality of Guisa, in Granma, where two people died and several others were injured.
In Bayamo, the capital of the same eastern province, a bus struck a motorcyclist who ignored a stop sign. Preliminary reports of the incident did not specify his health condition.
During the first quarter of this year, 2,377 traffic accidents were recorded in Cuba, 150 incidents fewer than in the same period of 2024. Injuries also decreased; however, deaths increased in these accidents, according to official reports.
Frequently asked questions about traffic accidents in Cuba
What happened in the traffic accident in Bauta, Artemisa?
In Bauta, Artemisa, a traffic accident involved a collision between a motorcycle and a Lada car, resulting in one death and two injuries. The accident occurred in La Ernestina, near Punta Brava. The causes of the accident have not been officially confirmed, but the condition of the car suggests that excessive speed may have been a factor.
What is the impact of traffic accidents in Cuba?
Traffic accidents in Cuba have had a growing impact, with an increase in the number of fatalities despite a decrease in the total number of accidents. In the first four months of 2025, 2,377 accidents were recorded, a decline compared to the same period in 2024, but with an increase in the number of deaths. Factors such as driver recklessness, poor road conditions, and lack of vehicle maintenance are significant contributors.
How does road infrastructure impact safety in Cuba?
The poor condition of the roads and the lack of signage are factors that negatively impact road safety in Cuba. The inadequate road infrastructure, combined with the deterioration of the vehicle fleet and the recklessness of drivers, increases the risk of accidents on the country’s roads.
What measures could improve road safety in Cuba?
To enhance road safety in Cuba, it is crucial to implement traffic education programs, improve road infrastructure, and regulate the use of vehicles by minors. Additionally, it is important to ensure proper vehicle maintenance and promote compliance with traffic regulations to reduce the incidence of accidents.
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