Massive power outage hits Cuba amid increased US oil pressure

Power Outage Hits Two-Thirds of Cuba, Leaving Capital City Without Electricity

A widespread power outage has affected approximately two-thirds of Cuba, including its capital city Havana. The blackout has left residents without access to electricity.

According to reports, the outage is the latest incident in an ongoing energy crisis affecting the island nation. The cause of the blackout remains unclear.

The US government’s oil embargo on Cuba has been cited by some as a contributing factor to the country’s energy woes. However, no official statement from the US government regarding this matter has been made.

Residents of Havana and other affected areas have expressed frustration with the ongoing power outages. The outage is the latest in a series of disruptions to Cuba’s energy supply.

The extent of the damage caused by the blackout is not yet known. Authorities are working to restore power to those affected.

Cuba’s energy crisis has been ongoing for some time, and the recent power outage is just one of several incidents that have highlighted the challenges facing the country’s energy infrastructure.

No further information on the cause or duration of the outage has been released by authorities.

Source: Al Jazeera