A car overturned following an accident at a major intersection in Havana. The incident occurred at the corner of Zapata and 26th Avenue in the Vedado district. The vehicle ended up on its roof on Zapata street, and a group of bystanders helped to right it.
"This happened at Zapata and 26th; we don't know the extent of the damages," noted a user in the Facebook group 'Accidentes Buses & Camiones', who shared images of the incident.
As of this writing, the causes of the accident, whether other vehicles were involved, and the condition of those involved remain unknown. Photographs shared on social media show one of the car's rear wheels misaligned with its axle.
Dangerous Intersections and Faulty Traffic Lights
26th Avenue in Vedado is one of the city's main arteries, heavily trafficked by cars and public transport. Due to its layout, dangerous intersections, and non-functioning traffic lights during power outages, traveling on this road is hazardous.
In late April, a tourist car overturned in front of the Havana Zoo on 26th Avenue for unknown reasons. Netizens reported the incident on social media. Photos shared by the author of one of the posts identified the vehicle as a Hyundai Elantra, imported by Transtur S.A. in October 2021.
In September 2023, a state taxi overturned near Nuevo Vedado in the Plaza de la Revolución municipality of Havana. Users of the aforementioned Facebook group indicated that the accident occurred at the intersection of 26th and 32nd streets and that the driver had to be taken to Calixto García Hospital with injuries.
Three years earlier, an ambulance overturned on 26th Avenue just before a torrential downpour caused significant flooding in various areas of Havana.
Common Questions About Traffic Accidents in Havana
Given the frequency of traffic accidents in Havana, here are some frequently asked questions and answers to provide more context and safety tips.
What are the main causes of traffic accidents in Havana?
Common causes include poor road conditions, non-functioning traffic lights, and reckless driving.
How can drivers stay safe on Havana's roads?
Drivers should maintain their vehicles, follow traffic laws, and be extra cautious at intersections with faulty traffic lights.