An ambulance in service was severely damaged after colliding with a truck while transporting several patients to Havana. The incident involved workers from the SIUM of Mayabeque, who were injured but are not in life-threatening condition, according to the Facebook group "ACCIDENTES BUSES & CAMIONES, por más experiencia y menos víctimas."
A social media user confirmed that the nurse, doctor, driver, and patients being transported are all in stable condition. Colleagues of the injured workers mentioned that many have already been discharged from the hospital.
The ambulance, which belongs to base #10 in San José de las Lajas, Mayabeque, collided with a Ford truck that appears to be used for passenger transport. The accident occurred at 1:00 am on Saturday near the traffic light at 100 and Aldabó, just before reaching the Willian Soler Hospital in Havana, according to a social media user.
SIUM workers commented on the post, agreeing that many drivers do not respect the right of way of ambulances.
Details on the Ambulance Crash in Havana
Here are some frequently asked questions about the recent ambulance crash in Havana, providing more insights into the incident.
What caused the ambulance to crash?
The ambulance crashed into a Ford truck that is apparently used for passenger transport. The exact cause of the collision is not detailed, but it occurred near the traffic light at 100 and Aldabó in Havana.
Were any of the SIUM workers seriously injured?
The SIUM workers were injured but are not in life-threatening condition. Many have already been discharged from the hospital.
How did the community react to the accident?
The community, particularly SIUM workers, commented on the lack of respect for ambulances' right of way by other drivers. This sentiment was echoed in the social media post discussing the accident.