Amid scheduled disruptions to electricity and gas services, a bakery in the Centro Habana municipality had to resort to firewood cooking to ensure the delivery of regulated bread to the population.
La Panadería Centro Habana, located on Arbol Seco Street between Estrella and Maloja, in the Pueblo Nuevo Popular Council, managed to maintain its production despite energy limitations, using traditional methods to bake bread. The regime highlighted this case as an "ingenious solution."
The Municipal Assembly of the People's Power and the Municipal Administration Council of Centro Habana, along with the People's Council of Pueblo Nuevo, announced the initiative on Facebook, while also highlighting the commitment of the workers to ensure the uninterrupted distribution of this essential product.
"The disruptions to the supply of gas and electricity did not hinder the production of this essential food. Its workers proved that it is indeed possible," stated the delegate of district #15, identified as Yanet.
The company Gas Manufacturado recently announced through social media that maintenance would be carried out at Production Plant No. 1 (Melones), which would result in a temporary interruption of the gas service in several municipalities of Havana.
Additionally, the population faces up to 20 hours of power outages across much of the island, which, coupled with food shortages, inflation, and low wages, makes daily life unbearable.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Energy Crisis and Bread Production in Cuba
Why does the bakery in Centro Habana use firewood to make bread?
The bakery in Centro Habana has turned to firewood due to the lack of gas and electricity supply, forcing them to seek alternative methods to continue producing regulated bread. This situation reflects a broader energy crisis affecting all of Cuba.
How is the liquefied gas crisis affecting Cuban families?
The liquefied gas crisis in Cuba has led many families to resort to traditional methods such as firewood for cooking. The gas shortage has been a persistent issue, with long lines and poor distribution exacerbating living conditions in Cuban households.
What impact does the lack of gas and electricity have on the daily lives of Cubans?
The shortage of gas and electricity has forced Cubans to seek creative solutions for cooking and carrying out daily tasks. This includes the use of firewood, charcoal, and makeshift electricity generation systems, highlighting the deep structural failures and the urgent need for solutions in the country.
What solutions has the Cuban government proposed in response to the energy crisis?
Despite the seriousness of the crisis, the solutions proposed by the government have been insufficient to address the root of the problem. Measures such as the "Mi Turno" app have been implemented to organize gas lines, but the shortage persists, and there are no clear signs of improvement in the short term.
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