A loose cow in the early hours of Saturday on the Malezas highway in Santa Clara, Villa Clara province, caused an accident by colliding with a Transmetro bus. The incident, which reportedly did not result in injuries, occurred around two in the morning on the highway leading to Abel Santamaría International Airport and nearby communities.
A post in the Facebook group "ACCIDENTES BUSES & CAMIONES, por más experiencia y menos víctimas" displayed several photos of the incident, showing the animal apparently dead on the road and minor damage to the bus.
“The damages should be paid by the owner of the poor animal, which should be in its place to avoid such incidents. Until the owners of such animals are sanctioned, we will continue to see these issues,” commented one user.
Other users noted that this type of accident is common on that highway. Accidents involving animals on Cuban roads are quite frequent. Persistent complaints highlight the dangers faced by drivers and passengers on Cuban roads, especially at night and early in the morning when fog makes driving challenging.
A few days ago, a Cuban driver reported the presence of loose animals on the road leading from Cienfuegos to the Trinidad municipality in Sancti Spíritus. Along with the warning, the driver shared a photo in the Facebook group “ACCIDENTES BUSES & CAMIONES por más experiencia y menos víctimas!” showing a cow in the middle of the road. Comments noted that such scenes are common on that busy central highway.
Common Questions About Animal-Related Road Accidents in Cuba
In light of the recent incident involving a bus and a cow in Santa Clara, many people have questions about the frequency and causes of such accidents on Cuban roads. Here are some key points to consider:
How frequent are animal-related accidents on Cuban highways?
Animal-related accidents are quite frequent on Cuban highways, especially in rural areas where animals often roam freely.
What measures are being taken to prevent these accidents?
Currently, there seems to be a lack of strict enforcement against the owners of loose animals. Many believe that stricter sanctions and better fencing would help reduce these incidents.
Are there specific times when these accidents are more likely to occur?
Yes, these accidents are more likely to occur at night or early in the morning when visibility is low, often due to fog.