A truck carrying a container overturned this Wednesday at a roundabout in the city of Ciego de Ávila, with no reported injuries.
According to preliminary information shared on Facebook, the accident occurred in the afternoon at the roundabout leading to Camagüey, just past the Bus Terminal. The incident resulted only in material damage. A photo shared in the group “Accidente Buses & Camiones por más experiencia y menos víctimas!” shows the vehicle overturned on the side of the road, with the container dislodged from the truck bed and lying on the grass next to the sidewalk.
Possible Causes of the Accident
Some internet users speculated that the driver was exceeding the speed limit for that stretch of road—over 50 km/h. Others suggested that the load may have shifted due to improper distribution or inadequate securing, or that the truck was overloaded.
The accident could have had fatal consequences if a pedestrian had been walking on the sidewalk at the time of the overturn, or if the truck had fallen onto the road, where many people riding bicycles and other light vehicles, as seen in the image, frequently pass by.
Additionally, some people expressed concern over the material losses caused by traffic accidents and the costs of vehicle repairs, especially amid the severe economic crisis the country is facing.
In recent days, several accidents involving cargo trucks have been reported in Cuba, some of them fatal.
FAQs about the Truck Accident in Ciego de Ávila
Here are some frequently asked questions and answers regarding the truck accident in Ciego de Ávila to provide more context and information.
What caused the truck to overturn?
Speculations include that the driver was speeding or that the load was improperly secured or distributed.
Were there any injuries reported?
No injuries were reported as a result of the accident.
What kind of damage did the accident cause?
The accident resulted in material damage, with the truck and container both sustaining damage.