On Thursday morning, a passenger train collided with a car in Baraguá, Ciego de Ávila, yet fortunately, no injuries were reported in the initial accounts of the incident. The collision involved the Baraguá-Ciego de Ávila train, specifically engine 50933, and a private Hyundai vehicle.
Eyewitness accounts shared on social media revealed that the car was attempting to cross the railway when it was struck by the train in an unspecified area, leaving the vehicle stranded on the tracks. Luis Pacheco Granado shared on Facebook that no one was hurt in the crash.
Further posts from a young man identifying himself as the son of the car's driver confirmed that his father was unharmed and in good condition. Social media users pointed out that the car's driver was likely at fault for the accident, which could have been avoided by adhering to traffic laws and stopping before the railroad crossing.
Regular Train Services in Baraguá
The Baraguá train operates two daily departures—one in the morning and one in the afternoon—from Baraguá to the main municipality of Ciego de Ávila, with two return trips.
In a similar event last Thursday, another train heading to Expocuba in Havana collided with a car at a level crossing in the Calabazar area, again resulting in no injuries.
Earlier in May, a passenger train on the Holguín-Havana route derailed in Camagüey, injuring 18 individuals, though none of the injuries were severe.
Understanding Train Safety in Cuba
What caused the train accident in Baraguá?
The accident occurred when a car attempted to cross the railway tracks and was struck by the train. Social media users have suggested that the car's driver may not have followed traffic laws requiring vehicles to stop before railway crossings.
Were there any injuries reported in the Baraguá train collision?
No injuries were reported in the Baraguá train collision, according to initial reports and social media posts from individuals connected to the incident.
How often does the Baraguá train operate?
The Baraguá train runs twice daily, with one departure in the morning and another in the afternoon, traveling to and from the main municipality of Ciego de Ávila.