A tragic traffic accident that took place in the area known as the Puente de Los Rastreros, in the municipality of Majagua, Ciego de Ávila, resulted in the death of one person and left five injured, three of whom are in serious condition, as confirmed by the Provincial Telecenter.
The accident occurred when a passenger car carrying six people lost control and crashed into a tree along the side of the road.
The strong impact caused the instant death of Carlos Crespo Rodríguez, 77 years old and originally from Villa Clara, while the other occupants sustained injuries of varying severity.
The injured were urgently taken to the Antonio Luaces Iraola Provincial Hospital in the capital of Avila.
Among them are:
Yulianis Barrera Oliva (14 years old, from Morón), with an open skull trauma.
Calixto Eloy Crespo Caso (53 years old, originally from Villa Clara and residing abroad), with hemothorax and closed abdominal trauma.
Brian Pérez Oliva (23 years old, Morón), multiple contusions.
Dionnis Yulien Barrera Martínez (43 years old, Morón) has a bilateral pelvic fracture.
Felicia Oliva Abreu (52 years old, Morón), with a pelvic fracture and fractures in the L2 and L3 vertebrae.
Three of them remain under intensive medical care. Images shared on social media show the vehicle completely destroyed, still embedded in the tree, as firefighters and rescuers worked at the scene.
Authorities are investigating the causes of the accident, although it is preliminarily attributed to a loss of control of the vehicle.
A municipality marked by traffic tragedy
This is not the first serious accident in Majagua in recent months.
In early July, another tragic accident on the Río Grande highway left three dead - including two minors - and at least 16 injured, when a vehicle from the Hydraulic Resources Company overturned after losing control.
The history of traffic tragedies in the municipality reinforces residents' concerns and once again exposes the vulnerability of transportation in Cuba, where inadequate roads, lack of vehicle maintenance, and driver irresponsibility contribute to a scenario of constant fatal accidents.
Meanwhile, the relatives of the most recent victims are facing the pain.
At the provincial hospital, doctors are working to save the lives of the injured.
Meanwhile, authorities claim they will continue investigating this new incident that casts a shadow over the province of Ciego de Ávila.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Traffic Accident in Majagua, Ciego de Ávila
What were the causes of the accident in Majagua?
The loss of vehicle control was the main cause of the accident in Majagua. The passenger car carrying six people crashed into a tree, resulting in the death of one occupant and leaving five others injured. The condition of the roads and the lack of vehicle maintenance are also factors contributing to the accident rate in Cuba.
How many people were affected in the accident?
The accident left one person dead and five injured. Carlos Crespo Rodríguez, 77 years old, died at the scene, while the other occupants of the vehicle sustained injuries of varying severity, including three who are in critical condition.
What is the condition of the injured from the accident in Majagua?
Three of the injured remain in critical condition at the Antonio Luaces Iraola Provincial Hospital. Among them are individuals with open cranial trauma, hemothorax, and severe fractures. The medical staff is working tirelessly to stabilize them and save their lives.
What measures are being taken to prevent future accidents in the region?
Authorities have begun investigations to determine the causes of the accident and are assessing measures to improve road safety in the region. The poor condition of the roads and the lack of vehicle maintenance are recurring issues that must be addressed to prevent future accidents in Cuba.
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