A traffic mishap on Tuesday at kilometer 293 along the central highway, near Antón Díaz at the entrance of Santa Clara, resulted in injuries to a man and the hospitalization of a young girl. This incident, reported by the local state-run outlet Soy Villa Clara, occurred when a scooter lost control and overturned, leading to head injuries and significant shoulder pain for the driver.
Eyewitnesses noted that top provincial officials, who happened to be passing by at the time, stopped immediately to alert emergency services at Arnaldo Milián Castro Provincial Hospital. Although the child passenger showed no visible injuries, she was taken to José Luis Miranda Children's Hospital in Santa Clara for a precautionary medical assessment, according to health authorities.
This accident highlights growing worries about the increasing number of road incidents in Cuba. Poor road maintenance, the deteriorating condition of vehicles, and reckless driving are cited as major contributors to traffic accidents in the country.
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What caused the accident in Santa Clara?
The accident was caused by a scooter losing control and overturning, leading to injuries for the driver and a child passenger.
How did the local authorities respond to the accident?
Provincial officials who were nearby stopped to assist and notified emergency services at the Arnaldo Milián Castro Provincial Hospital.
What are the common causes of traffic accidents in Cuba?
Traffic accidents in Cuba are often attributed to poor road maintenance, deteriorating vehicle conditions, and reckless driving.