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Bus Accident Leaves Bus in Ruins on Havana's Outskirts

Sunday, November 23, 2025 by Oscar Fernandez

Bus Accident Leaves Bus in Ruins on Havana's Outskirts
Images of the accident - Image © Facebook / Car Accidents in Cuba and Road Information

A public transportation bus was left in ruins after a dramatic accident on the Berroa Bridge, located just outside Havana. The incident shattered the vehicle's windshield in the early hours of Saturday morning, as reported by a Facebook user named Roberto Pantaleón.

As of now, the exact reasons behind the bus crashing into the bridge's retaining wall remain unclear. Details have yet to emerge, leaving many questions unanswered about the incident.

In a related event yesterday, a traffic accident at the location known as La Gloriosa on the road linking the town of Gaspar (municipality of Baraguá) with the city of Ciego de Ávila has once again raised concerns among drivers and locals. This area has reportedly become notorious for frequent accidents, according to local testimonies.

Earlier in the week, on Monday, another serious traffic accident occurred on the road between the municipalities of Caibarién (Villa Clara) and Yaguajay (Sancti Spíritus). This incident resulted in several injuries, with one individual requiring surgical intervention.

The accident involved a Yutong bus, marked as vehicle number 018, which belonged to the Military Construction Company of Villa Clara. The bus reportedly overturned, as various social media reports have indicated.

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What caused the bus accident on the Berroa Bridge?

The precise causes behind the bus accident on the Berroa Bridge have not yet been disclosed, leaving the incident shrouded in uncertainty.

Why are traffic accidents frequent in the La Gloriosa area?

The area known as La Gloriosa has become notorious for frequent traffic accidents, although specific factors contributing to this trend have not been detailed.

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