An automobile lost control and collided with another car and a motorcycle parked in the Santa Clara airport parking lot, resulting in four injuries last Friday.
"An accident at Santa Clara airport. State Security didn't allow cell phones. There are four injured. They say the green machine lost control and collided with the gray car and the motorcycle parked there. The motorcycle belonged to an airport employee," reported activist Samuel Rodríguez on Facebook.
The photos reveal the force of the collision, leaving the involved vehicles nearly destroyed. So far, the specific causes of the incident and the health conditions of those injured remain unknown.
Another Serious Accident in Havana
A severe accident occurred on Saturday afternoon on the Vía Blanca in Havana, reportedly leaving several injured. Images shared on social media show the collision between two cars, with one having its windshield incredibly shattered.
The incident took place near the Puente de los Elevados, as detailed by Facebook user Yuriel Fernández. "The cause of the crash is still unclear, but there are injuries, and I hope they recover soon," he stated.
Witnesses told the Facebook page La Tijera that "a young woman was lying on the road without vital signs while SIUM paramedics attempted to revive her. Other injured individuals were transported by ambulance to the Hospital Miguel Enríquez in the 10 de Octubre municipality."
Updated Traffic Accident Statistics in Cuba
According to the latest report from the National Commission of Road Safety, the following figures have been recorded up to the end of May 2025:
Reported accidents: 3,035 (a decrease from the previous year).
Injured individuals: 2,670 (also showing a decline).
Fatalities: 290 (unfortunately, an increase).
Main causes: driver distraction, right-of-way violations, excessive speed, technical failures, and alcohol consumption.
Pedestrians: 23% of the fatalities were pedestrians. This is the deadliest type of accident, with one fatality every five incidents.
Involvement of vulnerable vehicles: There's been an increase in accidents involving motorcycles, mopeds, bicycles, and bicitaxis, especially the latter, with a rise in fatalities and injuries.
Serious accidents (January-May): 11 serious incidents were reported, resulting in 30 fatalities and 130 injuries.
Frequently Asked Questions about Traffic Accidents in Cuba
What are the main causes of traffic accidents in Cuba?
The primary causes of traffic accidents in Cuba include driver distraction, right-of-way violations, excessive speed, technical failures, and alcohol consumption.
How many serious accidents occurred in Cuba from January to May 2025?
From January to May 2025, there were 11 serious accidents reported in Cuba, resulting in 30 deaths and 130 injuries.
What is the deadliest type of traffic accident in Cuba?
Pedestrian-related accidents are the deadliest in Cuba, with one fatality occurring every five incidents.