One person is dead and 26 were injured after a bus with Quebec tourists in Cuba was involved in a collision on Sunday, near the Santa Clara Airport.
The driver of the car, a Cuban citizen, is said to have been the person who died – according to Cuban media outlets.
The bus was on its way to the airport for a flight back to Montreal when it crashed in Camajuani, about 25 kilometres east of the airport.
“We can confirm that an accident occurred on June 2, 2024, involving a bus from one of our transfer partners, transporting 38 passengers from flight TS715 to Montréal, near Santa Clara Airport, Cuba (SNU). An oncoming car lost control and collided with the bus, causing it to overturn,” said Air Transat in a statement to CityNews on Monday afternoon.
“All passengers were immediately taken care of and transported to a nearby hospital. We are certainly concerned about everyone’s health and well-being and are doing everything we can to offer the necessary support during this difficult time,” continued Air Transat.
“Our team reacted quickly to ensure immediate medical care. We have worked closely with local authorities and arranged accommodation in a nearby hotel for passengers under observation or suffering minor injuries. Repatriation efforts are underway. We are closely monitoring the situation and providing ongoing support on-site to all affected individuals. Our thoughts are with these travellers.”