A traffic accident in Havana involved a car crashing into the wall of a home on the bustling Calzada del Cerro, subsequently overturning. According to Facebook user Alexander Ríos Cruz, the incident took place just a short distance from the intersection with Tulipán street.
Photos reveal that the car met its fate during the night, and by morning it still lay at the scene. In the Facebook group "ACCIDENTES BUSES & CAMIONES por más experiencia y menos víctimas!", user Tato Iroso shared a video from a passing motorcycle, capturing pedestrians and neighbors attempting, unsuccessfully, to right the vehicle. "The driver made it out alive," Iroso confirmed.
Several online comments speculate that the car must have been speeding to flip in such a manner. Others agree that the street's poor condition makes it resemble a dirt road. "I drive on that road daily, and there's no way to go over 30 km/h without feeling every bump; it's full of craters," remarked a driver. "No one in their right mind would speed there. Perhaps the driver was under the influence..."
In the same Facebook group, Gabriel Rojas posted images and a video taken early Sunday morning. Though there were no fatalities, the house wall sustained damage. "I live right there, and I can tell you that the road was wet all night. I don't know the exact cause, but it was clearly due to a loss of vehicle control and high speed. The specific reason, however, remains unknown," stated a local taxi driver.
Understanding Havana Traffic Incidents
What caused the car to overturn on Calzada del Cerro?
The car likely overturned due to high speed and poor road conditions, although the exact cause remains unclear.
Were there any casualties in the Havana car accident?
No fatalities were reported, but the wall of the house involved in the accident was damaged.
How did the community respond to the accident?
Local residents and passersby attempted to upright the vehicle, though they were unsuccessful.