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Cuba plunged into darkness over the weekend as its electrical grid collapsed twice, sparking urgency to address the island’s chronic energy shortages. Energy Minister Vicente de la O Levy confirmed partial restoration efforts on Saturday, October 19, after a second nationwide outage hit that morning—just hours after the first blackout on Friday.
The crisis has left residents scrambling, with social media flooded by videos of candle-lit streets and improvised solutions. Imagine your WiFi cutting out mid-binge watch – but on a national scale. While the government hasn’t detailed the exact cause, aging infrastructure and fuel shortages have long strained Cuba’s power grid.
This isn’t just a lights-out moment—it’s a stark reminder of the challenges facing Cuba’s economy and daily life. Will this spark faster reforms? Stay tuned as crews work to flip the switch back on.
Energy Minister Vicente de la O Levy confirmed partial restoration efforts on Saturday, October 19, after a second nationwide outage hit that morning—just hours after the first blackout on Friday.
While the government hasn’t detailed the exact cause, aging infrastructure and fuel shortages have long strained Cuba’s power grid.
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