Summary
Cuba experienced a nationwide blackout for the second time in a week due to a failure in its power network, which has been strained by a U.S. energy blockade. The blackout, caused by an issue at a thermoelectric plant, has led to significant disruptions, with authorities working to restore power. This comes amidst ongoing daily blackouts and shortages of vital resources caused by a lack of oil imports.
Key Facts
- Cuba had a nationwide blackout for the second time in a week on Saturday.
- The blackout was caused by a failure in a generating unit at the Nuevitas thermoelectric plant.
- Cuba's power network is strained by a U.S. energy blockade, leading to frequent outages.
- Some areas, like hospitals, have limited power from emergency generating units.
- Daily blackouts in Havana last up to 15 hours, with worse conditions in the island’s interior.
- No oil has been imported to Cuba since January 9, affecting power and tourism.
- An aid convoy recently brought medical supplies, food, and solar panels to Havana.
- President Donald Trump has warned of tariffs on countries supplying oil to Cuba.
