A Cuban couple tragically lost their lives on Wednesday morning following an explosion of an electric scooter in their home in the Luyanó neighborhood of the Diez de Octubre municipality, Havana.
Their two young daughters suffered severe injuries and are currently being treated at the Miguel Enríquez Hospital (La Benéfica).
Witnesses shared details of the incident in the Facebook group "Madres cubanas por un mundo mejor," where firefighter Ernesto A. Robaina confirmed that minors were trapped inside the house during the blaze.
"Because of a scooter. People died, and there are children in critical condition," "An electric scooter exploded, and the adults died while the children were gravely injured," and "A scooter exploded inside the house on Princesa Street," were some of the testimonies shared. "I live on that block, everyone was crying," another witness recounted.
Crime reporter Niover Licea, who goes by "Nio reporting a crime" online, revealed on his Instagram account the identity of the deceased woman. She was Yilian Martínez, a young woman. Her husband was known to be the local electricity bill collector.
The incident occurred at 6:30 am on Marqués de la Torre Street, between Princesa and Margot.
Details About the Electric Scooter Explosion in Havana
In the wake of this tragic incident, many are seeking answers about what happened and how to prevent such accidents in the future. Below are some frequently asked questions and their answers regarding the event.
What caused the explosion of the electric scooter?
The exact cause of the explosion is still under investigation, but preliminary reports suggest it might have been due to a battery malfunction.
How are the injured children doing?
The two injured girls are in critical condition and are receiving intensive care at Miguel Enríquez Hospital.
What measures can be taken to prevent such accidents?
Ensuring the proper maintenance of electric scooters, using certified chargers, and avoiding overcharging can help prevent battery malfunctions.