Cuban comedian Rigoberto Ferrera recently shared his thoughts on the forecasts of an impending weather phenomenon set to strike western Cuba. In a brief yet sharp video lasting just over 10 seconds, Ferrera adeptly criticized the dire situation plaguing Cuba on multiple fronts.
“They say a cyclone is coming, bringing blackouts, hunger, misery, and hopelessness. Is it coming or is it already here, my friends?” Ferrera quipped in a video posted on his Instagram account, drawing applause from his followers. His succinct commentary highlighted the pervasive issues in the island's current reality, exacerbated by the inefficacy of its leaders and nature's whims.
Ferrera's followers responded enthusiastically, with comments such as “Rubiera never said it so clearly,” “You deserve a statue,” “We've had a cyclone for decades,” and “You're a hurricane of laughter, Rigo.” These reactions underscore his ability to encapsulate poignant criticisms in just a few words.
Back in March, Ferrera had launched another critique against Cuban leaders. "There are many ways to kill a person: stab them with a knife; deprive them of bread; deny them medical treatment; condemn them to poverty; work them to exhaustion; drive them to suicide, send them to war, etc. Only the first is prohibited by our State," he stated in another video that resonated with his audience.
Weather Woes Amidst Political Strife
The situation in Cuba remains severe, further complicated by the presence of several cyclonic systems in the southern region of the island. The potential tropical cyclone 18 continues to organize in the western Caribbean, expected to escalate to a storm in the coming hours.
Forecast models predict that this system, likely to become a hurricane by next Wednesday, could impact western Cuba. Meteorological authorities have warned of possible rainfall accumulations between 3 and 6 inches, with localized areas potentially receiving up to 9 inches. These conditions could heighten the risk of flooding and landslides, particularly in areas already vulnerable due to their geography or infrastructure.