Tropical Storm Oscar battered eastern Cuba with torrential rain this week after roaring ashore as a Category 1 hurricane. Local communities already grappling with a massive power outage faced flooded streets, damaged infrastructure, and disrupted daily life. The storm's remnants are now churning toward the Bahamas, prompting weather alerts across the islands.
Residents in Cuba’s affected regions reported downed trees and power lines, with emergency crews struggling to restore services. 🌧️ \'It’s like the lights went out and never came back,\' said Havana-based student Marisol Cruz, echoing frustration over the dual crises of extreme weather and energy instability.
Meteorologists warn Oscar could regain strength over warm Atlantic waters, posing risks for the Bahamas by midweek. Travelers planning Caribbean getaways are urged to monitor updates, while diaspora communities brace for potential impacts on family and local businesses.
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