Strong power outages are forecasted in Cuba

It is estimated that during the midday hours, the impact will reach 950 MW.


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Blackouts continue to plague Cuba, and the forecast from the Electric Union (UNE) for today does not improve the situation.

During yesterday, the electric service was disrupted from 5:01 a.m. until 1:34 a.m. today.

The highest recorded impact was 1,416 MW at 6:20 p.m., coinciding with the peak demand and having a greater incidence in the central-eastern region of the country.

At 4:45 this morning, the impacts continued due to high electricity transfers to that same region.

At 7:00 in the morning, the availability of the SEN was 1,840 MW, while the demand rose to 2,200 MW, resulting in a deficit of 581 MW, with a greater impact in the central-eastern region.

It is estimated that during midday, the impact will reach 950 MW.

Regarding the status of the generating units, unit 6 of the Renté CTE and unit 2 of the Felton CTE are currently out of service.

Unit 2 of the Santa Cruz CTE, Units 3 and 4 of the Cienfuegos CTE, and Unit 5 of the Renté CTE are under maintenance.

The limitations in thermal generation amount to 359 MW.

On the other hand, due to the lack of fuel, 52 distributed generation plants are out of service, representing 283 MW, along with 126 MW at the Moa Fuel plant, resulting in a total of 409 MW affected by this issue.

During peak hours, the addition of six engines at the Moa Fuel plant is expected, which will provide an additional 85 MW.

With this forecast, it is estimated that during peak hours the generation availability will be 1,925 MW, while the maximum demand will reach 3,220 MW, resulting in a deficit of 1,295 MW.

If these conditions persist, the expected impact for this period will be 1,365 MW.

Frequently Asked Questions about Blackouts in Cuba

What is the current situation regarding blackouts in Cuba?

The energy situation in Cuba is critical, with frequent blackouts due to a deficit in electricity generation. Currently, daily interruptions in supply are reported due to the insufficient capacity of power plants that are affected by breakdowns and a lack of fuel. This problem is exacerbated by the damage caused by recent weather events.

What causes power outages in Cuba?

Power outages in Cuba are caused by the shutdown of several thermoelectric units due to breakdowns and maintenance. In addition, the lack of fuel affects distributed generation plants, exacerbating the energy crisis in the country. These limitations in thermal generation and the lack of resources prevent meeting the electricity demand of the population.

How do power outages affect daily life in Cuba?

Blackouts severely impact the daily life of Cubans, hindering essential activities such as cooking and using appliances. The population is expressing increasing discontent due to the constant and prolonged interruptions of the electrical service, which also affects the economy and the overall well-being of Cuban society.

What is the Cuban government's response to the energy crisis?

The government's response has been insufficient to resolve the energy crisis. Effective long-term solutions have not been implemented, and the population continues to suffer the effects of the blackouts. Promises of improvement have not materialized, generating frustration and protests in various regions of the country.

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CiberCuba Editorial Team

A team of journalists committed to reporting on Cuban current affairs and topics of global interest. At CiberCuba, we work to deliver truthful news and critical analysis.