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Amid the tension and fear caused by the passage of Hurricane Melissa through eastern Cuba, a gesture of solidarity touched the neighbors of Holguín: a man offered his help to transport refrigerators for those who fear losing their food due to power outages and the lack of electricity.
Yunier Batista González, a resident of Rafael Freyre, wrote this Sunday on his Facebook profile: “Brothers from Santa Lucía, if anyone needs to evacuate a freezer due to fear of spoilage, you can call me at 58105625, completely free.”
His message, brief and to the point, was well received on social media, garnering over a thousand reactions on Facebook, serving as an example of empathy in times of crisis.
"A cold, a wardrobe, anything that won't fit in a car or a tricycle," he/she added in the comments section.
While Hurricane Melissa keeps several provinces in eastern Cuba on cyclone alert, power outages have caused concern for thousands of families who fear losing the little food they manage to preserve.
In that context, Yunier Batista's offer became a spontaneous display of assistance among Cubans.
Residents of Holguín and other social media users praised the initiative, emphasizing its humanity and sense of community.
“Blessings to you, Yunito, always ready to help,” wrote Hazel Martínez, while Mildre Parra commented: “Men like you are what the people need.”
Others, like Mariano Verdecia, added: “Blessings, brother, for your attitude as always,” and Jorge Cruz noted: “It is these attitudes that elevate us as human beings. Thank you and God bless you.”
In a country where scarcity, blackouts, and uncertainty are exacerbated by the passage of a Category Five hurricane, actions like this reaffirm that generosity and popular solidarity remain the strongest forces in Cuba.
Amid the tension generated by Hurricane Melissa, various expressions of solidarity have emerged in eastern Cuba as a reflection of support among citizens in the face of adversity.
In Santiago de Cuba, a church opened its doors to welcome evacuated individuals, providing a safe space for those without sturdy homes or family networks in more sheltered areas.
Meanwhile, in Holguín, the lack of resources prompted local authorities to request citizen assistance with motorbikes and loudspeakers to organize evacuations in remote communities.
This request not only highlights the logistical limitations of the state system but also the willingness of many individuals to actively cooperate in the protection of their neighbors.
The commitment to the most vulnerable has also included activists and civil organizations. An animal rights advocate offered during the emergency, emphasizing that saving a life—whether human or animal—is a shared priority in times of disaster.
These gestures, whether spontaneous or coordinated, reflect the resilience and sense of community among many Cubans, who, despite their hardships, rely on cooperation as a strategy to confront the threat of a category five hurricane.
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