Cubans detect a massive water leak at the entrance of Pinar del Río.

A large water leak at the entrance of Pinar del Río, Cuba's westernmost province, has raised concerns in a city where the supply of this vital resource is a critical issue for residents.

The complaint was made on Facebook on October 25 by the official journalist Ronald Suárez, who shared images showing the extent of the problem: “A huge water leak at the entrance of the city of Pinar del Río, a city where the water supply is a serious issue,” he wrote.

This Sunday, the Water and Sewer Company of Pinar del Río issued a statement explaining that, although they were already aware of the leak, locating it has been a challenge.

The text published on their Facebook page clarifies that, despite extensive searches and cleanup of the area, the water leak is no longer visible, suggesting that it may have been caused by illegal connections used for irrigation, which could have been removed after the complaint became public.

It also specified that the increase in pressure, following the installation of a fourth engine in one of the main pipes, may have magnified the effect of the leak. Furthermore, it noted that the leak does not directly affect the city's water supply, as it is a secondary branch.

However, he stated that the company is continuing to work in the area to resolve the issue and reassure the population.

Although Pinar del Río has sufficient reserves to meet demand, the pipelines and other supply systems for this vital liquid are not coordinated, causing residents to experience repeated inconveniences, often due to system breakdowns.