The province of Matanzas has once again plunged into a complete blackout following a "trigger during the start-up of the electrical microsystem," as reported by the local Electrical Company. In a social media update, the company stated, "During the process of consolidating the microsystem, a trigger occurred that left the province without service."
The statement further explained that efforts to restart the microsystem are underway, but warned of potential service instability during this process, noting that "as a result, the power may come and go." Despite attempts to reconnect the island's electrical grid, the general blackout that began on Friday remains unresolved. Cuban authorities have yet to provide a definitive timeline for restoring stable electricity to the residents.
Political Blame and Economic Realities
Cuban leader Miguel Díaz-Canel has once again attributed the island's energy crisis to the United States, describing it as "another demonstration of all the problems the blockade causes us, and the impacts of the blockade. Sometimes people say no, it's due to inefficiency, to wanting to irritate people."
Meanwhile, Cuban economist Pedro Monreal has highlighted the collapse of the island's electrical system, which has left numerous households without power for over 48 hours and without a clear solution in sight, calling it a genuine "energy ruin."
Ongoing Struggles for Power Restoration
As of Saturday, the widespread blackout continues across the island, despite the regime's announcements of partial recovery in some circuits. However, these efforts fall short for citizens who have been without electricity for more than two days, with most activities in the country coming to a halt.