After a brief period of reduced power generation deficits, Cuba has once again plunged into its distressing routine of blackouts. Tuesday marks a return to widespread power cuts, with disruptions surpassing 1,100 MW, highlighting that the crisis is far from being resolved.
The last time the country experienced outages exceeding 1,000 MW was on December 30, when 1,181 MW were affected. Since the festive season, the numbers have gradually increased.
On Monday, as reported by the country's Electric Union, services were disrupted from 6:22 a.m. to 9:34 p.m., mainly impacting the central-eastern region due to high energy transfers. The peak disruption reached 912 MW at 6:30 p.m., coinciding with peak demand hours.
This Tuesday, disruptions continued in the same region from as early as 6:16 a.m. due to similar issues. Just a few hours later, the figure rose to 205 MW. By midday, it was projected to reach 500 MW, and during peak hours, it was expected to climb to 1,160 MW.
Understanding Cuba's Power Outage Crisis
What is causing the repeated power outages in Cuba?
The ongoing power outages in Cuba are primarily due to deficits in power generation capacity and high energy transfers in certain regions, particularly the central-eastern areas.
How long has the power crisis been affecting Cuba?
The power crisis in Cuba has been an ongoing issue for several years, with recent months seeing a significant increase in the frequency and severity of outages.
What areas are most affected by the power outages?
The central-eastern regions of Cuba are experiencing the most significant impacts due to high energy transfers and insufficient infrastructure.