The Electric Company of Matanzas announced a new rotation of electricity supply in the province, establishing a schedule of three hours of service followed by six hours without electricity.
In a note published on their social media, the entity explained that "at this time, an attempt is being made to establish a 3x6 rotation, which involves restoring electricity for 3 hours and then interrupting it for 6 hours." The company warned that this rotation will depend on the availability of the system.
This new scheme implies that, within a 24-hour cycle, thousands of families in Matanzas—located in a province with a population of over 670,000—will have only 6 hours of electricity a day.
Depending on the timing of the rotations, the measure could interrupt essential routines such as cooking, water supply (which in many cases depends on electric pumps), preservation of refrigerated food, or nighttime rest hours.
The impacts hit hardest on the most vulnerable sectors, such as the elderly, children, or individuals with chronic illnesses.
The electricity generation deficit in Matanzas has been a constant issue in recent months. In April, the general director of the Matanzas Electric Company, Jorge Alejandro Rodríguez Azpeitia, acknowledged that the province had access to only 197 megawatts, which meant that practically the entire province was without power.
The energy crisis in Cuba has forced the population to endure prolonged and frequent blackouts. In Matanzas, blackouts of up to 32 consecutive hours have been reported, leading to discomfort and protests among the citizens.
The Electric Company of Matanzas has urged the public to stay informed through its official channels to know the times of service interruptions and restorations. However, uncertainty remains due to the instability of the national electrical system.
The energy situation in Cuba remains critical, and the authorities have not provided long-term solutions to address the problem. In the meantime, citizens must adapt to the constant interruptions in electricity service and the difficulties this brings to their daily lives.
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