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On the night of this Sunday, a fire broke out in a house in the city of Guantánamo, specifically at Santa Rita and 6 Sur, just three blocks away from where a fire occurred in another residence a few hours earlier.
Fortunately, there were no injuries as a result of the incident, although there was material damage, according to a report on social media by pro-government journalist Miguel Reyes Mendoza.
The mentioned source specified that the firefighters managed to extinguish the fire, which originated in the kitchen of the house.
Reyes Mendoza indicated that the fire extinguishing operation was complex because it was a residence located inside an area, meaning it lacked direct access from the street.
The official source indicated that several items were affected, including the zinc roof of the kitchen.
Miguel Reyes -who did not specify the cause of the incident- accompanied his report with several photos showing firefighters and dozens of neighbors gathered in the area.
In the comments section of his post, an internet user clarified that it is a "divided house" and that the damaged property is indeed located at the rear of the building.
"She had left and left the firewood burning, and when she arrived, she fainted. They took her to the hospital," added the witness in relation to the alleged cause of the fire.
Decenas de internautas repararon en la rareza de dos viviendas tan cercanas y víctimas de incendios en un lapso de pocas horas, y llamaron a extremar precauciones en el caso de cocinar con leña o carbón, una opción cada vez más recurrente entre los cubanos debido a la escasez de gas licuado y a la falta de electricidad.
In the previous fire, which took place on 3 Sur Street, between Santa Rita and San Gregorio, in the city of Guantánamo, another neighbor lost their home and all their belongings.
In that case, the images circulating on social media show the sorry state of the house's structure, which is at risk of collapse and is practically beyond recovery.
In that case, Miguel Reyes reported that, although the causes are still being investigated, some residents in the area revealed that the fire originated from an electric meter.
Preguntas frecuentes sobre los incendios en Guantánamo y la crisis energética en Cuba
How did the fire in the Guantánamo home start?
The fire in the Guantánamo home originated in the kitchen due to firewood that was not properly extinguished. The resident left the house, left the firewood burning, and upon returning, fainted, requiring hospitalization.
Why are fires becoming more frequent in Cuba?
The situation of the fires in Cuba has worsened due to the lack of liquefied gas and electricity, forcing families to resort to less safe cooking methods such as wood or charcoal. Moreover, frequent power outages and fluctuations increase the risk of electrical fires.
What was the impact of the previous fire in Guantánamo?
The previous fire in Guantánamo, which occurred in a premises, severely damaged its structure, putting it at risk of collapse. No injuries were reported, but the material losses were significant.
What measures are being taken to address the gas crisis in Cuba?
The Cuban government has attempted to distribute firewood and prioritize the distribution of liquefied gas, although these measures have been insufficient. Additionally, applications have been implemented to organize sales, but the shortage of cylinders and distribution problems persist.
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