A major traffic accident occurred on the morning of Monday, September 22, 2025, on La Esperanza road in Santa Clara, within Cuba's Villa Clara province, resulting in at least 45 injuries. Among the injured are several children, according to initial reports.
The incident involved a head-on collision between two buses at a location known as La Rosita. The reasons behind the crash remain under investigation by authorities. The severe impact has raised concerns among local residents, who have described the aftermath as "devastating."
According to social media updates echoed by local news outlets, 40 of the injured individuals were rushed to the "Arnaldo Milián Castro" Hospital in Santa Clara for emergency medical care. Additionally, five children were admitted to the "José Luis Miranda" Pediatric Hospital, where they are currently under medical observation.
As of now, two adults have been reported in critical condition, classified as "code red," although there have been no reports of fatalities. Images released from the scene reveal the buses with significant front-end damage, indicating a high-speed direct collision.
Ongoing Investigation and Community Response
Rescue teams, the National Revolutionary Police (PNR), and medical personnel are present at the accident site, providing assistance to the injured and collecting evidence to ascertain the cause of the accident. Local authorities have asked the public to keep the road clear to facilitate rescue operations and to refrain from spreading unverified information.
So far, there has been no official statement regarding the accident's causes or the technical condition of the involved vehicles. This incident stands as one of the most severe mass accidents recorded in Villa Clara this year. The CubaHeadlines team will continue to update the story as official data and eyewitness accounts become available.
Key Details on Villa Clara Bus Collision
What caused the bus accident in Villa Clara?
The exact cause of the collision is still under investigation, and no official explanation has been provided by the authorities yet.
How many people were injured in the accident?
At least 45 individuals were injured, including several children. Two adults are in critical condition.
Where were the injured taken for medical care?
Forty injured were taken to the "Arnaldo Milián Castro" Hospital, and five children were admitted to the "José Luis Miranda" Pediatric Hospital.