Cuban actor Alejandro Palomino has openly voiced his frustration with Cuba's ongoing power crisis through a message shared online. In his post, he challenged the official narrative surrounding the persistent blackouts that continue to impact millions of people on the island.
In a concise yet powerful Facebook post, the actor highlighted the exhaustion felt by Cubans due to the constant power outages and the clear understanding that no short-term or medium-term solutions are in sight.
"Is it over now? Is it done? Because judging by the relentless blackouts of recent days—including the collapse of the national electric system—it's clear there's nothing left to say or do," he wrote with a touch of irony.
Palomino criticized the official rhetoric and the complacent attitude of the authorities. "Is there anything more to add to the rhetoric and the cynical view of resistance? What's missing? Continuing with the complacent and deceitful stance of 'Everything's fine' or 'We'll get through this'?" he asked, capturing the widespread frustration among the populace over the government's failure to ensure a stable power supply.
The power crisis has intensified over the past week. Last Wednesday, the country's largest thermoelectric plant, Antonio Guiteras, suffered a breakdown that caused a widespread blackout from Las Tunas to Pinar del Río. Although the plant was reconnected to the system on Sunday, the outages persist, with Sunday's blackouts lasting for hours and the situation remaining unchanged on Monday.
According to the latest report from the Unión Eléctrica (UNE), at 6:00 am today, the available capacity was 1,150 MW, while demand stood at 2,290 MW, resulting in 1,140 MW of consumption being affected. Five units are out of service due to breakdowns, and three more are undergoing maintenance, highlighting the fragile and deteriorating state of the national electrical infrastructure.
Even in Havana, where the situation is usually less severe, the service was disrupted for over 17 hours on Sunday, causing emergency conditions. Decades of intensive use, lack of maintenance, and insufficient investments have turned Cuba's electrical system into a constant source of crises.
Extended blackouts disrupt everyday life, affecting hospitals, schools, businesses, and public safety, exposing the government's inefficiency in managing energy infrastructure. Palomino's voice joins those of many Cubans demanding concrete answers and immediate solutions, reflecting the public's frustration with a collapsing electrical system and a government that has yet to present real alternatives.
Understanding Cuba's Electrical Crisis
What is causing the frequent blackouts in Cuba?
The frequent blackouts in Cuba are primarily due to the fragile and aging electrical infrastructure, compounded by decades of intensive use, insufficient maintenance, and lack of investment.
How are these power outages affecting daily life in Cuba?
The power outages are severely affecting daily life by disrupting essential services such as hospitals, schools, and businesses, and compromising public safety.
What actions are being taken to resolve the power crisis in Cuba?
Currently, the government has not provided effective solutions to resolve the power crisis, leading to widespread public frustration and demands for concrete actions.