The Cuban government has set up tents to house families displaced by the earthquakes measuring 6 and 6.7 in magnitude, which struck southeast of the Granma province. However, this measure has faced criticism for its limited scope and the lack of assistance to other equally affected communities.
The quakes and subsequent aftershocks continue to shake this eastern Cuban region, leaving ten injured and damaging at least 3,752 buildings. This has forced authorities to implement emergency measures to support those impacted by the disaster.
During a report aired by Canal Caribe, a visit by the ruler Miguel Díaz-Canel to the affected area was documented, showing tents set up on land adjacent to the area known as Los Edificios. Despite this, residents in Pilón have voiced concerns that government aid is focused only on this region, neglecting other communities equally devastated by the quake.
On social media, one local resident raised her concerns, stating: "The leaders think Los Edificios represents all of Pilón, but that's not true. Areas like La Pesquera, Manta, La Marina, Marea, and Mota are also severely affected, with collapsed homes and families lacking food, water, and shelter. Many children are without milk, and in La Pesquera and Manta, people are sleeping on the streets. Meanwhile, tents were set up in Los Edificios as if the rest of Pilón didn't need help."
The complaint also emphasizes the dire situation in Calabaza, where several individuals remain without basic resources.
Aftershocks Keep Residents on Edge
After the main earthquakes, which caused substantial material damage in the region, numerous aftershocks have been recorded. By November 16, the National Seismological Service had reported 3,648 aftershocks, 97 of which were noticeable by the local population.
These ongoing tremors have kept the populace on high alert, particularly in the hardest-hit municipalities, where residents continue to be psychologically affected by the persistent fear of further seismic activity.