More than six days after Hurricane Rafael swept through western Cuba, the situation in Havana remains challenging, with thousands of residents still without power due to the storm's damage. Despite this, the Havana Electric Company announced on Facebook that power has been restored to 95% of the city, benefiting over 823,000 customers.
Nonetheless, sources connected to CiberCuba reported that electricity is still out in some residential areas like Kholy, where crews have had to trim trees to continue their work. "Rehabilitation efforts are ongoing in municipalities such as Playa, La Lisa, Arroyo Naranjo, and Boyeros, where more complex issues persist. In these areas, seven contingents from various parts of the country are helping with recovery efforts to speed up the process," they stated.
Additionally, the restoration of electricity has been crucial for healthcare, with 39 hospitals now having power to assist patients. Water supply has also been reinstated in nine critical sources located in areas like Paso Seco, Palatino, and Casa Blanca.
Recovery Progress in Electrical Networks
Regarding the electrical networks, transmission and subtransmission circuits have achieved 100% restoration, while primary distribution circuits are approaching a 95% recovery rate. "The Havana Electric Company continues to work tirelessly to ensure the full restoration of electrical service in the capital," they asserted, acknowledging that some areas still face a long road ahead.
Despite these efforts, power outages persist throughout the country due to breakdowns and a generation deficit, exacerbating the daily struggles of Cuban families under the socialist regime's mismanagement.