An electric pole fell on Tuesday in Santiago de Cuba, and the delay by the Electric Company in addressing the issue has led residents to question whether the regime is prepared to handle the rains and winds from Hurricane Beryl.
Journalist Yosmany Mayeta posted on Facebook about the incident that occurred on Segunda Street in Sorribe, between Cuabitas and Patricio Lumumba, denouncing that the local government's inaction puts the population at risk, as the street remains open to pedestrian and vehicle traffic.
The communicator indicated that residents reported the fallen pole to the Electric Company, but they have not yet responded to the incident. This raises concerns that the government's response will be very slow when the province is affected by Hurricane Beryl.
The management justifies the delay in repairing the breakdown by citing a lack of materials and transportation, Mayeta reported.
"And that's even before the hurricane has passed," said a man in the video shared by the independent journalist.
"I urge the Electric Company of Santiago de Cuba to resolve these issues before the rains and winds of Hurricane Beryl begin," Mayeta demanded.
Although forecasts predict that the eye of Hurricane Beryl will pass well away from Cuban territory, the island will remain on the so-called "dirty side" of the powerful meteorological phenomenon, which is the region most affected by strong winds and heavy rains.
According to the forecast from the National Hurricane Center (NHC), starting early Wednesday and lasting through Thursday, some areas of the country may experience winds of up to 63 km/h in gusts.
This danger prompted rescuers in Santiago de Cuba to issue a warning to fishermen, urging them to take extra precautions due to the imminent approach of the powerful Hurricane Beryl.
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