A Canadian tourist involved in the Transgaviota bus accident on Sunday in Camajuaní remains hospitalized in Cuba with a brain injury. Despite the Cuban authorities and state media remaining silent on the nationalities and conditions of the 26 injured tourists, the victim's granddaughter shared the incident on Facebook.
The young woman, Jaimika De Luca, explained that her grandmother is not only suffering from neurological damage but is also bleeding and has a leg injury. "My dad is on the plane right now to see and help her. She is doing much better. Apparently, everyone and the luggage fell on her. We hope she recovers soon. Unfortunately, she can't come back today. I'm glad everyone is doing better," she said on Wednesday.
Danick Labbé, another tourist who was on the bus when it was struck by a Moskvitch car while traveling from Cayo Santamaría to the Abel Santamaría International Airport, reassured Jaimika by visiting her grandmother in the hospital. "She is in good hands, with several nurses attending to her. Wish her a speedy recovery and hope she can return as soon as possible."
Danick, who sustained minor injuries in the accident, returned to Canada on Thursday. He praised the efforts of the airline Air Transat for assisting all affected tourists and mentioned that the response time was very good. "The injured were attended to quickly, those who could assist provided first aid, the ambulances arrived promptly, and everyone was treated with care," he explained on Wednesday from Cuba.
Although Cuban authorities made an effort to provide medical care to the injured Canadians—there was a significant deployment of well-maintained ambulances at the scene—they withheld information on the identities of the injured. This contrasts with Canadian media, which promptly reported all details of the tragic event, capturing international attention.
On Monday, a Cuban state media communicator provided information about the accident victims, including the death of the Moskvitch driver who collided with the bus. According to Henry Omar Pérez, of the 26 injured, only 10 remained hospitalized, all in stable condition. He also noted that "all six children involved in the accident are out of danger and are gradually being discharged from the hospital." Pérez emphasized that the deceased Russian car driver was traveling alone and died at the scene.
FAQs about the Cuban Bus Accident Involving Canadian Tourists
This section addresses common questions and concerns regarding the recent bus accident in Cuba that involved Canadian tourists.
What caused the bus accident in Camajuaní?
The accident was caused by a Moskvitch car colliding with the Transgaviota bus, which led to the bus overturning.
How many tourists were injured in the accident?
A total of 26 tourists were injured in the accident.
What is the current condition of the injured tourists?
As of the latest reports, 10 tourists remain hospitalized, all in stable condition, and six children involved in the accident are out of danger.