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A massive accident that occurred this Friday in the town of Santa Teresa, in Holguín, left ten people injured, according to official information shared on social media.
The page of the "Lucía Iñiguez Landín" Clinical Surgical Hospital in Holguín stated that seven injured individuals were treated at that center, two at the “Octavio de la Concepción de la Pedraja” Pediatric Hospital, and one at the “Fermín Valdés Domínguez” Military Hospital.
Among the injured, the citizen Ernel Sánchez González arrived with a chest trauma diagnosed as flail chest, for which he required emergency surgery at “Lucía Iñiguez”.
The medical center stated that he was the only patient from the incident who required surgical intervention. After the operation, the patient’s condition is stable and he is out of danger, according to the clinical report.
The intervention was carried out by a multidisciplinary team led by Dr. Rubén Alejandro Suárez Ricardo (second-degree specialist in Comprehensive General Medicine and first-degree specialist in Surgery), along with Dr. José Infante Valdés (R4), Dr. Miguel Agüero Rodríguez (R2), Dr. David Granjel Mano (R2), as well as residents and specialists from the service and the anesthesia staff. The hospital highlighted the quick response and the coordination during the emergency.
Until the publication of this note, the causes of the incident and other details about the injured were not specified.
The health institutions reported that they continue to monitor and provide clinical follow-up to the patients treated.
In September, a traffic accident in the municipality of Báguanos, Holguín province, resulted in severe material damage.
An all-terrain vehicle commonly known as "almendrón" collided with a black Chevrolet Colorado Z71.
La Loma de Rejondones, located between the towns of El Manguito and Rejondón, in the heights of Maniabón, has repeatedly been the site of fatal accidents in recent years.
In mid-July, an accident in that area cost the life of the driver of a trailer belonging to Almacenes Universales S.A. Varadero. The incident, reported in the Facebook group 'Bus & Truck Accidents', showed images of the overturned vehicle.
Frequently asked questions about the mass accident in Holguín
How many people were injured in the accident in Holguín?
Ten people were injured in the mass accident that occurred in the town of Santa Teresa, Holguín. The injured were treated in various hospitals in the region.
What type of injuries did the victims of the accident in Holguín sustain?
Among the injured, the most serious case was that of Ernel Sánchez González, who arrived with a thoracic trauma diagnosed as flail chest and required emergency surgery. His condition is stable after the operation.
Do the causes of the accident in Holguín known?
As of the closing of this note, the causes of the incident and other details regarding the other injured have not been specified, but it is known that health institutions continue to monitor and provide clinical oversight for the patients.
What is the situation of road safety in Holguín?
Holguín has been the scene of numerous traffic accidents in recent years, reflecting an alarming trend in road safety in the region. The poor state of infrastructure and lack of signage are factors contributing to this situation.
What measures are being taken to improve road safety in Cuba?
The government has acknowledged the need to improve road safety. More than 235,000 fines have been imposed so far this year to promote compliance with regulations. However, the results are not satisfactory and there is a need to reinforce road education and expand breathalyzer checks.
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