In the neighborhood of Valle Grande, located in the municipality of La Lisa, Havana, an accident occurred this Wednesday when a truck overturned a container in the middle of the street. Lachy Olivera Varea reported in the Facebook group “ACCIDENTES BUSES & CAMIONES por más experiencia y menos víctimas!” that, fortunately, the incident did not result in any injuries.
Olivera shared a gallery of images showing the moment when a truck overturned a container on a street, blocking a significant portion of the road. In the photos, a crane can be seen at the scene, apparently prepared to reposition the container back onto the truck and clear the obstruction.
Although there were no injuries or human losses in this incident, a fatal accident was reported this Tuesday in Santiago de Cuba. The incident occurred at the intersection of Heredia and Peralejo streets when a Girón bus, apparently due to brake failure, crashed into an old building, as reported on Facebook by journalist Yosmany Mayeta. A woman who was passing by at that moment tragically lost her life.
Another accident happened this Tuesday in Santiago de Cuba when a tractor crashed into the porch of a house after losing its brakes while descending a hill. The pavement was wet at the time of the accident, which increased the risk. Fortunately, there were no injuries or fatalities, but there were material losses.
Also on Tuesday, a concrete mixer truck collided with the outer wall of the Hotel Habana Libre, with no human damages reported.
Understanding Recent Accidents in Cuba
Following recent accidents in various parts of Cuba, it's essential to understand the causes and consequences of these incidents. Here are some common questions and answers related to these events.
What caused the truck to overturn in Valle Grande?
The specific cause of the truck overturning the container in Valle Grande was not detailed in the report. However, such incidents are often due to factors like mechanical failure or driver error.
Were there any injuries in the Havana accident?
Fortunately, the accident in Havana did not result in any injuries.
What were the consequences of the accidents in Santiago de Cuba?
The accidents in Santiago de Cuba had severe consequences, including the tragic death of a woman and significant material losses. One incident involved a bus crashing due to brake failure, and another involved a tractor losing control on a wet hill.