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Neighbors in Ciego de Ávila began organizing this Sunday to donate blood for the victims of the mass accident that occurred in the municipality of Majagua, which left a preliminary toll of three dead, including two minors, and several injured.
Yudelvys Pérez Falcón, a worker at the Antonio Luaces Iraola Provincial Hospital, reported on Facebook that the Provincial Blood Bank has been activated to meet the demand for blood components needed for the patients injured in the incident.
"Activated the Provincial Blood Bank in Ciego de Ávila to receive voluntary donors who come to assist all patients from the mass accident in need of hemotherapy," he wrote.
Through social media, citizens and members of community groups also made an urgent call to go to the hospital to support those affected.
“URGENTLY, please, anyone who can donate blood should go to the provincial hospital,” requested Alicia Rodríguez in a shared message.
In the same vein, user Tin Pérez expressed in a local group: “Everyone who can donate, it is important that you go as quickly as possible. There are many injured people who need all of us today.”
The accident occurred around 10:45 in the morning on the stretch of Río Grande, between Marroquín and Majagua, when a state vehicle with license plate B-236623, belonging to the Hydraulic Resources Company, overturned while carrying several passengers.
The authorities confirmed the death of three people and the transfer of the injured to Antonio Luaces Iraola Provincial Hospital.
The citizen response once again highlights the capacity for solidarity mobilization in the midst of emergencies, in the face of a healthcare system with limited resources and on a day marked by shock.
Solidarity, a trait present in Cubans despite the hardships they endure, comes to the forefront in cases of mass accidents. Following a tragic incident that occurred in January, on the bridge known as El Francés, on the road connecting Camagüey with Santa Cruz del Sur, social media was flooded with urgent calls to donate blood to the victims.
That same month, in Morón, people gathered en masse to donate blood following a serious traffic accident that resulted in the deaths of at least six individuals.
The accident occurred on the road connecting Morón to Turiguanó, in Ciego de Ávila. The collision involved two buses transporting workers from Cayería Norte, specifically from Cayo Coco and Cayo Guillermo. At that time, the report on casualties was imprecise: they confirmed six fatalities and 59 injuries.
Frequently Asked Questions about the mass accident in Ciego de Ávila and the supportive response
What happened in the mass accident in Ciego de Ávila?
The mass accident occurred in the municipality of Majagua, province of Ciego de Ávila, when a state vehicle belonging to the Hydraulic Resources Company overturned while transporting several people. The incident has a preliminary toll of three dead, including two minors, and several injured. This tragic event highlights the road safety issues that Cuba is facing.
How has the community responded to the accident in Ciego de Ávila?
The community of Ciego de Ávila has demonstrated a strong spirit of solidarity, coming together to donate blood for the victims of the accident. Neighbors and social media users have made urgent appeals to go to the Provincial Blood Bank, where services have been activated to welcome volunteer donors. The public response highlights the ability to mobilize in solidarity during emergencies.
What is the condition of the injured following the accident in Majagua?
The injured were taken to the Antonio Luaces Iraola Provincial Hospital for medical attention. However, specific details regarding the severity of the injuries have not been disclosed. The situation remains critical, which has prompted a large-scale call for blood donations to support those affected.
What is the situation of road safety in Cuba?
Road safety in Cuba is a concerning issue due to the increase in traffic accidents in recent days. The main causes of these accidents include driver violations and the poor condition of the roads. Additionally, the lack of maintenance and the age of the vehicle fleet, which averages between 40 and 70 years, contribute to the problem. Despite the reported decrease in accidents in previous years, recent events reflect an urgent need to strengthen road safety measures.
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