A fire that broke out on Friday afternoon in a warehouse in the municipality of Artemisa affected the neighboring homes of the state establishment.
The incident occurred at the UEB Talleres Agropecuarios Artemisa, located in Ciudad Industrial, in the municipality of Artemisa, as reported in the local official newspaper El Artemiseño.
"Combined forces from the Fire Department of various commands in the province responded this afternoon to the warehouse of the UEB Agropecuarios Workshops in Ciudad Industrial, located in the municipality of Artemisa, to control a fire that affected a warehouse and neighboring homes," the site reported.
So far, there are no reported fatalities or injuries. Authorities have not yet clarified the causes of the fire nor specified how many homes were affected.
In recent weeks, Cuba has experienced a series of fires in various provinces, highlighting the vulnerability of infrastructures and the inadequacy of emergency response systems in the country.
At the beginning of this week, a fire was reported in a third-floor apartment of the 18 Plantas building, located in Reparto Caribe, Guantánamo. The fire was controlled, with no injuries or loss of life reported.
In March, in an apartment in Alamar, Havana, another incident was reported where there were no injuries, but the material losses were total.
That same month, another fire in an apartment in a multifamily building in the Lawton neighborhood, Diez de Octubre municipality, Havana, left a man in intensive care.
While in January, a fire in a multifamily building in the Reparto Abel Santamaría area of Santiago de Cuba caused neighborhood alarm, there were no injuries reported.
Frequently Asked Questions about Recent Fires in Cuba
What happened in the fire in Artemisa?
A fire broke out in a warehouse of the UEB Agropecuarios Artemisa Workshops, affecting neighboring homes. There were no reported casualties or injuries, but the causes of the fire have yet to be clarified.
Why are fires frequent in Cuba?
In recent weeks, Cuba has experienced a series of fires that highlight the vulnerability of infrastructure and the inadequacy of emergency response systems. The causes include short circuits, explosions from electric motorcycle batteries, and the use of alternative cooking methods due to the energy crisis.
What are the consequences of the recent fires in Artemisa?
The fire in Artemisa affected both the warehouse and the neighboring houses, resulting in significant material losses. Although there were no injuries, this event adds to a series of fires that have raised concerns about safety in the country.
What is being done to prevent future fires in Cuba?
Until now, no specific official measures have been established to prevent fires in Cuba. However, it is advised to take precautions with electric motorcycle batteries and to avoid using hazardous cooking methods without proper supervision.
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