Did a malfunction at Cuba's biggest thermoelectric plant cause a power outage?

The Ministry of Energy and Mines said on social platform X the latest outage could be tied to a malfunction at one of Cuba's biggest thermoelectric plants. Argelio Abad, the ministry's vice minister, said on state TV the grid shut down after an apparently erroneous message warning of overheating disconnected the thermoelectric plant.

How does a power outage affect the Internet in Cuba?

The power outages also affect the internet, of which widespread access in Cuba is relatively recent, and which has contributed to expanding the scale of discontent and to the organization of some protests.

Will Cuba's power be restored gradually?

Prime Minister Manuel Marrero made an appearance at Cuba's state-run power company and asked Cubans for their trust as he said on state TV that electricity would be restored gradually. Some Cubans, like 65-year-old Mayté García, believed they would be without power for a couple of days.

How long will Cubans be without electricity?

Some Cubans, like 65-year-old Mayté García, believed they would be without power for a couple of days. She said she was “outside, taking in the fresh air” as she waited for electricity to return.

How much does a gigabyte of data cost in Cuba?

Once the six gigabytes of subsidized plans are exceeded, those who need more data will have to pay from 3,360 Cuban pesos (about $140 at the official exchange rate or about $8.50 on the informal market) for just three additional gigabytes, according to the rate chart. Tourists walk along a street in Havana in October 2024.