The Forecast Center of the Institute of Meteorology of Cuba warned this Friday about the continuation of heavy and intense rains in the northeastern part of the country, especially in the provinces of Holguín and Guantánamo, where severe flooding has been reported since early morning.
A note explains that the rainfall, which has been frequent in the last 24 hours, is associated with a frontal trough and the instability of a tropical wave to the south of the region.
Authorities have announced evacuations in flooded towns, including Baracoa and Cabacú, where intense rains have overflowed rivers like the Miel and flooded streets, worsening an already critical situation following the passage of Hurricane Oscar.
The Cuban Prime Minister, Manuel Marrero Cruz, said on Friday that evacuations will begin in Baracoa, and has urged residents to remain alert and follow evacuation instructions due to the increased danger in the region.
The anguish among residents is growing, as many families find themselves in a desperate situation. Eriner Labañino, a resident of Baracoa, shared that his home is flooded, with more water inside than outside. The lack of electricity, drinking water, and fuel further exacerbates living conditions in the area.
The local media Primada Visión reported that by 7:00 AM, 128.8 millimeters of rain had accumulated in just six hours, severely affecting Libertad and 1 streets, as well as communities like La Playa and El Matadero. The situation is alarming, with the possibility of new landslides and flooding in already vulnerable areas.
Local authorities emphasize the need to follow emergency recommendations and seek shelter in safe places, while the population faces a lack of resources and misinformation at a critical time for Eastern Cuba, exacerbated by constant blackouts that prevent residents from staying updated with news from radio and television.
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