The water supply crisis in Havana persists due to a shortage of pumping equipment, exacerbating the situation from Sunday when a breakdown in the main conductor of the Cuenca Sur supply source left half the city without water.
Inés María Chapman, Deputy Prime Minister of the Republic, visited the Empresa Aguas de La Habana on Friday to learn about the actions being taken amidst what she described as a "complex service situation."
Rosaura Socarrás Ordaz, the company's deputy director of operations, specified that the most severe conditions are in the five municipalities in the center of the capital, as well as Boyeros, where the main issues are concentrated.
According to the specialist, the damages have decreased as pumping equipment has been installed. By Thursday, 15 were operational, and two more were expected to be incorporated on Friday and Saturday.
Repair crews are working around the clock at the Cuenca Sur and Ariguanabo supply sources, which serve the central and western municipalities of the capital. Cuenca Sur is currently operating with 17 out of its usual 19 units.
Havana Water Supply Crisis: Key Questions Answered
In light of the ongoing water supply crisis in Havana, here are some key questions and answers to help you understand the situation better.
What caused the water crisis in Havana?
The crisis was triggered by a breakdown in the main conductor of the Cuenca Sur supply source, which left half the city without water.
Which areas are most affected by the water supply issues?
The most affected areas are the five municipalities in the center of Havana and Boyeros.
What measures are being taken to address the situation?
Repair crews are working non-stop at the Cuenca Sur and Ariguanabo supply sources, and additional pumping equipment is being installed to mitigate the damages.