A dangerous collapse occurred this Saturday in a house located in the Los Pinos neighborhood, as reported on social media.
According to the information provided by reporter Yosmany Mayeta, the incident occurred this Saturday on an unspecified street.
It appears that there were no fatalities or injuries as a result of the incident. According to the video posted by Mayeta, the eaves of a two-story house collapsed, exposing and bending the rebar.
The images allow us to see the debris at the entrance of the house below and a piece of eaves hanging and blocking the door.
Many internet users attributed this collapse to the quality of the building materials, which cause the structures of the properties to fail.
"The majority of the plaques on those houses are very old and extremely thin, poorly constructed, and more cases like these will occur as the years go by," commented one person.
Another adventure: "That's the bad cement they're selling in Santiago."
The situation of infrastructure in Cuba is critical, with numerous historical buildings and homes in a state of disrepair. Collapses are frequent, highlighting the lack of investment and maintenance by the government, which poses a constant risk to the safety of citizens.
In January, a 78-year-old woman was injured and taken to a hospital following the partial collapse of the Instituto Superior de Diseño (ISDI) building in Havana. The woman was hurt by debris, and four families were left without access to their homes due to the structural damage to the building.
The building, located in Centro Habana, had been declared at risk of collapse for several months. Since then, the gradual demolition work had been carried out by the construction company GECAL.
Frequently Asked Questions about Collapses in Cuba and Their Impact on Infrastructure
What caused the collapse in the house in Santiago de Cuba?
The collapse was attributed to the low quality of the construction materials and the age of the structures. Many users pointed out that the slabs are old and poorly constructed, which increases the likelihood of these incidents occurring over time.
Why are landslides so frequent in Cuba?
The frequency of collapses in Cuba is due to the lack of investment and maintenance by the government. The deterioration of infrastructure is critical, with poorly maintained buildings posing a constant risk to the population, along with the use of low-quality materials that compromise the stability of constructions.
What actions is the Cuban government taking to address infrastructure issues?
Although the government has announced plans such as the drafting of a new Housing Law, concrete actions to address the deterioration of infrastructure have been limited. Housing construction plans have faced significant setbacks, and the lack of effective responses has been a constant in citizens' complaints.
How do natural disasters impact Cuba's infrastructure?
Natural disasters, such as hurricanes and earthquakes, exacerbate the already precarious state of infrastructure in Cuba. These events cause additional damage to structures that are already deteriorating, as recently seen with Hurricane Rafael and the earthquakes in Santiago de Cuba, increasing the risk of collapses.
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