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A serious traffic accident that took place this Sunday in the municipality of Majagua, in the province of Ciego de Ávila, resulted in a preliminary toll of three fatalities, including two minors, and at least 16 injured.
According to a report by the pro-government profile Avileños de Corazón on Facebook, the incident occurred on the Río Grande road, when the driver of a vehicle belonging to the Hydraulic Resources Company lost control of the car, causing it to overturn with several people aboard.
So far, authorities have confirmed the death of two minors and one adult.
The 16 injured individuals are receiving medical attention, although details about the severity of their conditions have not been disclosed.
According to the newspaper Invasor on its Facebook profile, the injured began to arrive at the Antonio Luaces Iraola Provincial Hospital in Ciego de Ávila following the accident that occurred near the municipality of Majagua.
The journalist Odania García revealed on Facebook other details about the incident. According to her report, the event occurred at 10:45 AM this Sunday, July 6, on the road from Marroquín to Majagua, specifically in the section known as Río Grande.
The vehicle involved —with registration B-236623— belonged to the Hydraulic Resources Company and was transporting several people when its driver lost control and ended up overturned.
García specified that three people lost their lives in the accident, including two minors, while the rest of the passengers were treated at the polyclinic in Majagua and later transferred to the provincial hospital Antonio Luaces Iraola.
Earlier, Dayami Hidalgo reported on Facebook that the accident occurred "on the road to Río Grande in the municipality of Majagua," and that the victims were provided with medical attention at the Doña Emilia Polyclinic.
Road accidents in Cuba have seen a rise in recent days. This Saturday afternoon, a serious incident on the Vía Blanca in Havana, reportedly left several injured.
Cuban authorities updated information this Saturday regarding the tragic traffic accident that occurred at the Varadero toll booth, where a violent collision caused the complete destruction of a car and resulted in the deaths of two individuals.
The incident occurred around 5:40 p.m., when a private vehicle traveling from Varadero to Boca de Camarioca lost control and violently crashed into the masonry wall near the toll booth.
According to witnesses, the car was traveling at high speed when it collided head-on with the toll booth. The impact was so severe that the vehicle was lifted into the air, split in half upon landing, and one of the halves caught fire, causing an explosion visible from several points in the area.
Subsequently, Rubén Lantigua, 33 years old, and Amanda Naranjo, 30, were identified as the victims of the accident at the Varadero toll booth.
Frequently Asked Questions about the mass accident in Ciego de Ávila
What happened in the mass accident in Ciego de Ávila?
A state vehicle overturned in the municipality of Majagua, province of Ciego de Ávila, resulting in three deaths, including two minors, and 16 injuries. The accident occurred when the driver lost control of the vehicle owned by the Hydraulic Resources Company. The injured are being treated at the Antonio Luaces Iraola Provincial Hospital.
How many people were injured in the accident?
At least 16 people were injured in the accident that occurred in Ciego de Ávila. Authorities have not yet disclosed details regarding the severity of the injuries, but all are receiving appropriate medical attention at the local hospital.
What factors contributed to the accident in Ciego de Ávila?
Although the authorities have not specified the exact causes of the accident, the driver's loss of control of the vehicle was a key factor. In the context of other recent accidents in Cuba, factors such as reduced visibility and poor road conditions have been mentioned as common causes of accidents.
What is the authorities' reaction to the accident?
The authorities are conducting a thorough investigation to determine the exact causes of the accident. Such incidents have drawn criticism regarding road safety in Cuba, highlighting the need to improve road conditions and vehicle maintenance.
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