Widespread blackouts lasting more than 20 hours a day are crippling Cuba, as fuel shortages and outdated infrastructure disrupt the country’s energy supply.
Cuba is grappling with an escalating energy crisis, leading to widespread blackouts that often last for more than 20 hours a day, especially in rural areas. Power availability has dropped significantly in recent weeks, with the country's electricity grid struggling to cope due to a severe fuel shortage and the decline of key oil-fired power plants. The state-run Union Electrica reported that the country has been experiencing a capacity deficit, leaving many without power round the clock.
To address the situation, the Cuban government temporarily closed schools for two days and advised non-essential workers to stay home in an attempt to reduce electricity consumption. This comes as the country faces chronic difficulties in maintaining its electrical grid, citing the impact of the U.S. trade embargo, which it claims obstructs the procurement of fuel, spare parts, and equipment for its outdated thermoelectric plants. The national energy crisis has left much of Cuba’s 10 million inhabitants in the dark, with little relief in sight.
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