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A large fire broke out Saturday afternoon in cane fields near the area of the Honduras sugar mill, in the municipality of Manuel Tames, Guantánamo.
The firefighters, along with workers from the Victoria de Girón agricultural production cooperative (CPA), have been working all afternoon and night to extinguish the flames.
According to the user of Facebook "Portal Del Ciudadano Manuel Tames", the incident was caused by "social indiscipline," as individuals chose to burn areas that had already been harvested.
Allegedly, they did not take into account the strong gusts of wind, which caused the flames to spread rapidly.
The incident forced the closure of vehicle traffic in the area until the fire was completely extinguished.
In addition, a pole supporting the 33,000 Volt power lines was damaged, leading to the disconnection of that line from Jamaica (the main town of the Manuel Tames municipality) to the Yateras municipality for assessment and subsequent replacement.
At the time of writing this note, there has been no official new information regarding the firefighting efforts.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Fire in the Sugar Cane Fields of Guantánamo
What was the cause of the fire in the sugarcane fields of Guantánamo?
The fire was caused by social indiscipline, as individuals decided to burn already harvested areas without considering the strong gusts of wind, which led to the rapid spread of the flames.
What measures were taken to control the fire in Guantánamo?
The firefighters, along with workers from the agricultural production cooperative, worked diligently throughout the afternoon and night to extinguish the flames. Vehicle traffic in the area was halted until the fire was completely extinguished.
Were there any impacts on the electrical infrastructure due to the fire?
Yes, a pole that supports the 33,000-volt power cables was damaged, which forced the disconnection of the power line from Jamaica to the Yateras municipality for evaluation and subsequent replacement.
What impact do wildfires have on the safety and economy of Cuba?
Fires, such as the one that occurred in Guantánamo, pose a threat to community safety and impact the economy, as they can destroy crops, infrastructure, and essential resources, in addition to disrupting basic services such as electricity.
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