A dramatic accident involving two vehicles shook the area around the Corojo community in the Baraguá municipality, province of Ciego de Ávila, this Tuesday, according to reports circulating on social media.
In the Facebook group “ACCIDENTES BUSES & CAMIONES por más experiencia y menos víctimas!”, user Roberto García shared several images of the collision, which appeared to involve a modern Jeep-like car and another 4x4 or Minivan.
As of now, there have been no reports of fatalities, and we await further information on the incident.
It's worth noting that in this same municipality, a truck carrying cargo overturned on Monday without any reported casualties, only material damage.
The accident occurred in front of the La Verdad farm, very close to Gaspar, a small locality within the Baraguá municipality.
More than 700 people lost their lives due to traffic accidents in Cuba during 2023, as reported by authorities in January.
Colonel Roberto Rodríguez, head of the Special Transit Organ of the General Directorate of the Revolutionary National Police, stated to the official newspaper Granma that 2023 saw the lowest number of accidents, with 8,556 incidents and 5,938 injuries.
Frequently Asked Questions about Traffic Accidents in Ciego de Ávila
Given the recent accident reports from Ciego de Ávila, we have compiled some frequently asked questions to provide more insight into the situation and general traffic safety in Cuba.
What caused the recent accident in Corojo, Baraguá?
The exact cause of the accident has not yet been determined. Further information is awaited as authorities investigate the incident.
Were there any fatalities in the recent accident in Ciego de Ávila?
No fatalities have been reported at this time. Authorities are still assessing the situation.
How many traffic accidents occurred in Cuba in 2023?
According to Colonel Roberto Rodríguez, there were 8,556 traffic accidents in Cuba in 2023, resulting in 5,938 injuries and over 700 fatalities.