According to a CiberCuba survey conducted on social media, more than 90% of Cubans remain without electricity following a massive blackout that plunged the nation into darkness last Friday night. The survey results reveal that 94% of respondents are still without power, while a mere 6% report having electricity in their homes.
The survey, which gathered responses from over 37,000 individuals, highlights the severe collapse of the National Electrical System (SEN) and the sluggish recovery efforts by the Cuban Electric Union (UNE). So far, the state-run company has only stated that they are reconnecting "microsystems" with the main power plants, but they have not provided a clear timeline for full restoration.
This blackout stands as one of the most severe in recent Cuban history, echoing similar incidents from 2024 when numerous provinces were left without power for days. The island's energy crisis has deepened due to recurring failures in thermal power plants, fuel shortages, and maintenance issues within the electrical infrastructure.
The frustration and desperation of the populace are palpable in the survey comments, where Cubans voice their outrage over the ineffective solutions and uncertainty about when electricity will be restored. Many users have reported that the lack of power severely impacts water access, food preservation, and communication channels.
In the meantime, the UNE claims it is working tirelessly to restore service as quickly as possible and has urged the public to be patient. However, the absence of specific information and the blackout's vast scale have fueled growing discontent across the country.
CiberCuba will continue to monitor the situation and provide updates on the restoration of electrical service on the island.
Understanding Cuba's Electricity Crisis
What caused the recent blackout in Cuba?
The blackout was primarily caused by failures in thermal power plants, fuel shortages, and maintenance problems within the national electrical infrastructure.
How many people are affected by the power outage in Cuba?
According to a CiberCuba survey, over 90% of the Cuban population remains without electricity, affecting millions of residents across the island.
What is the Cuban Electric Union's response to the blackout?
The Cuban Electric Union has been working on reconnecting power systems but has not provided a specific timeline for complete service restoration, urging patience from the public.