The state-run Manufactured Gas Company has announced that gas service will be temporarily halted in certain areas across four districts of Havana over the weekend due to "urgent maintenance work."
The company stated that this maintenance is crucial to ensure the reliability and quality of the gas supplied to the city, which is also used in electricity production. The maintenance will be carried out at the ENERGAS Puerto Escondido plant, which has been operating continuously for nearly two decades. The work is scheduled to start at 9:00 PM on Friday, December 6, and will continue until 2:00 AM on Sunday, December 8.
The disruption in the manufactured gas service is expected to start at 7:00 AM on Saturday, December 7, with a gradual restoration beginning at 7:00 AM on Sunday, December 8. The specific areas experiencing a complete service disruption by district include:
- Plaza de la Revolución (Vedado – Malecón Popular Council)
- Old Havana (Catedral and Plaza Vieja Popular Councils)
- Central Havana (Colón and Cayo Hueso Popular Councils)
- Diez de Octubre (Acosta Popular Council)
However, the company cautions that there may be partial disruptions in other parts of the city as well. Additionally, further maintenance work is planned at the ENERGAS Refrigeration Plant, continuing through December 20. While this is not expected to affect service, there could be an increase in the smell of gas.
Residents can report any concerns by contacting the Call Center at +53 7 204 3038 or +53 7 207 6769. This temporary gas service interruption adds to the ongoing struggles faced by Cubans, including water shortages, liquefied gas scarcity, frequent power outages, and the accumulation of garbage on street corners, all serving as daily reminders of the challenging living conditions under Cuba's socialist regime.
FAQs About Havana's Gas Service Disruption
When will the gas service be interrupted in Havana?
The gas service will be interrupted starting at 7:00 AM on Saturday, December 7, and will gradually resume from 7:00 AM on Sunday, December 8.
Which districts of Havana will be affected by the gas service disruption?
The districts affected include Plaza de la Revolución, Old Havana, Central Havana, and Diez de Octubre, with specific areas in each district facing complete service disruption.
How can residents report issues during the gas service interruption?
Residents can report issues by calling the Call Center at +53 7 204 3038 or +53 7 207 6769.