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East Cuba registers large-scale blackout

CNN Portugal28 August 2026 at 06:14

Eastern Cuba is facing a large-scale blackout, according to news reports. The situation represents a significant worsening of the energy crisis affecting the country.

To date, seven total blackouts have been registered during the year of 2026. This number highlights the gravity and frequency of the collapses in the Cuban electrical system.

The Cuban population faces approximately 20 hours daily of power supply interruptions. These failures affect the entire national territory, causing serious difficulties for the population and the country's economic activities.

Cuba has been struggling against a deep energy crisis, with degraded infrastructure and fuel shortages. The national electrical system has shown growing inability to meet the basic needs of the population.

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