For up to six days, people have been sleeping on the floors of the "La Villanueva" waiting list terminal in Havana, with no hope that authorities will provide buses for them to reach their destinations. The Facebook page "La Tijera" highlighted the dire situation, sharing several photos showing the overcrowded facility, including children.
One of the affected individuals, who has been at the terminal for nearly a week with his wife and an infant, reported that they haven't been able to leave even by paying inflated ticket prices. According to the photographer, there are mothers with children, elderly people, and others who live in the interior and had to travel to the capital for administrative procedures and medical appointments.
"Sick people are sleeping on the floor as if they were animals, with the bathrooms full of urine and feces. This is hell," he emphasized. "The trucks that come to pick up passengers are asking for up to eight thousand pesos per person, it's an abuse," he added.
Dire Conditions at Havana's "La Villanueva" Terminal
In light of the ongoing crisis at Havana's "La Villanueva" terminal, here are some frequently asked questions and answers to provide more context and information.
Why are travelers stranded at "La Villanueva" terminal?
Travelers are stranded because there are no buses provided by authorities to take them to their destinations, and even those willing to pay inflated prices can't secure a ticket.
What are the living conditions like at the terminal?
The conditions are dire, with people sleeping on the floor, unsanitary bathrooms filled with urine and feces, and a lack of basic amenities.
Who are the most affected by this situation?
The most affected are mothers with children, elderly people, and those who had to travel to Havana for medical appointments or administrative procedures.