Residents of Caibarién, in Villa Clara, have been without water for more than 25 days. Official journalist Henry Omar Pérez shared photos on his Facebook profile showing a group of people with buckets, jugs, and plastic tanks collecting water from a CUPET truck.
"The situation in Caibarién is tough. The water shortage for over 25 days is a harsh reality that hits our community hard. Families are struggling to survive with the scarcity, and daily activities are severely affected," he admitted.
According to Omar Pérez, the distribution of water by trucks has intensified in the area.
The blogger refrained from holding the regime accountable for the crisis and filled his post with phrases like "unity and solidarity shine as beacons of hope," "the unity of the people is our main shield," "each family contributes its grain of sand in this battle," and "the situation is complex, but not impossible."
His words starkly contrast with those of the affected residents in the comment section of the post.
"The water from the trucks, at least the one that came to my area, was not drinkable. I wonder where we will get water. My child couldn't go to school because I don't have water even to make his lunch, and we've been waiting for solutions for a month," a housewife complained.
"They don't know what we are going through. We've been to the government more than three times for a water truck, and it's all just talk. The dumps, the trash reaches galaxies, not the sky. People, due to lack of water, are doing their necessities in bags and throwing them in those corners..." detailed a mother.
"I've endured this situation for up to three months, and it's true there are alternatives, but they are very expensive. A 200-liter tank costs me 150 pesos. I think we need to reassess this and agree on a more affordable price. My back is destroyed from carrying water since I can remember," a man stated.
Water Crisis in Caibarién: Key Questions Answered
In light of the ongoing water crisis in Caibarién, Villa Clara, here are some critical questions and answers that address the situation:
What is causing the water shortage in Caibarién?
The precise cause of the water shortage has not been detailed, but it is heavily implied that the regime's mismanagement and lack of infrastructure maintenance are significant factors.
How are residents coping with the water shortage?
Residents are relying on water trucks, although the water quality is questionable. They are struggling to perform daily activities and some are even resorting to makeshift methods to handle their needs.
What are the proposed solutions to the water crisis?
While the government has increased water truck deliveries, residents are calling for more affordable and permanent solutions, such as reassessing the cost of water tanks.