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A massive accident was reported this Sunday in the province of Artemisa, when a bus transporting a family overturned on the road to the Las Terrazas Tourist Complex, leaving more than 20 people injured, although none of them are in life-threatening condition, according to official sources.
The incident occurred around 11:00 am and involved a bus commonly referred to as “aspirina,” belonging to the Non-Agricultural Transportation Cooperative of Artemisa, which was carrying family members heading to celebrate one of their birthdays, reported the local newspaper El Artemiseño.
Most of the injured were taken to the Comandante Pinares Hospital in the municipality of San Cristóbal. The director of that medical center, Yolani Torres Martínez, specified that there were eight children and 13 adults treated, “none in imminent danger to life.”
All the injured were classified as green code in the emergency medical system, Torres explained. However, he noted that they would remain under observation in the hospital for at least 24 hours.
The doctor added that two other individuals were transferred to the provincial capital, and one of them was subsequently referred to the Calixto García General Clinical Surgical Hospital in Havana, as they “needed a CT scan and assessment by the Neurosurgery department, although their condition was not serious,” he stated.
Those involved in the accident reside in the municipalities of Candelaria and Artemisa.
So far, there have been no further updates on the condition of the injured, nor have the causes of the incident been reported.
This traffic accident adds to a series of incidents that have occurred over the past week on roads in various provinces.
A head-on collision between two motorcycles in the municipality of Santo Domingo, Villa Clara, on Friday evening, resulted in one person dead and several injured, including a minor.
On Saturday, a taxi caught fire after being struck by a military jeep that lost control on the 8 Vías, specifically in the El Repollo neighborhood in Guanabacoa, at the entrance to Havana. In the incident, a foreign tourist and two young men serving in the military lost their lives.
A massive traffic accident occurred on Tuesday in the municipality of Mayarí, Holguín, where seven people were injured after a private truck overturned due to the wet pavement.
According to official statistics, by 2025, traffic accidents have decreased compared to the previous year. However, these incidents remain very frequent and the number of fatalities has increased, particularly among pedestrians and drivers and passengers of bicitaxis, motorcycles, and mopeds.
The National Road Safety Commission recently reported that from January to May, there were 3,035 accidents, resulting in 2,670 injuries and 290 fatalities.
Frequently Asked Questions about Bus Accidents in Artemisa
How many people were injured in the mass accident in Artemisa?
More than 20 people were injured after a bus overturned in the province of Artemisa. None of the victims sustained life-threatening injuries, although they were kept under medical observation for at least 24 hours.
What type of vehicle was involved in the accident in Artemisa?
The accident involved a bus popularly known as "aspirina," belonging to the Non-Agricultural Transportation Cooperative of Artemisa. This type of vehicle is common for passenger transport in Cuba.
Where were the injured from the accident in Artemisa taken?
The injured were transferred to the Comandante Pinares Hospital in the municipality of San Cristóbal, where they received the necessary medical attention. Others were taken to the provincial capital, and one more was referred to the Calixto García General Clinical Surgical Hospital in Havana.
What has the Cuban government said about the causes of traffic accidents?
The Cuban government has stated that the main cause of accidents is the human factor, particularly the lack of attention while driving, disregard for right-of-way, and speeding. These elements are responsible for a significant proportion of incidents in the country.
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