A severe local storm struck the city of Bayamo in Granma province this Monday, accompanied by an unusual fall of large hail. The size of the ice chunks surprised residents and caused alarm on social media.
Images shared by neighbors show large ice stones, comparable in size to a ping pong ball or a golf ball, which exceeds the usual size of moderate hail.
This type of natural phenomenon is uncommon in the eastern region of Cuba, which heightened the surprise among the populations of Manzanillo and Bayamo.
The National Center for Meteorological Radars of the Institute of Meteorology (INSMET) issued a warning at 4:20 p.m., alerting about the possibility of heavy rain and strong thunderstorms in Granma province. Just a few minutes later, the warning was more than fulfilled.
So far, no material damages or injuries have been reported, but authorities recommend staying informed due to the possible persistence of unstable weather conditions in the region.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Hailstorm in Bayamo
What happened in Bayamo during the hailstorm?
The city of Bayamo was caught off guard by an intense local severe storm, which included hail the size of golf balls, an unusual phenomenon in the eastern region of Cuba. This caused alarm among residents and on social media.
Were there any reported damages during the storm in Bayamo?
Until now, no property damage or injuries have been reported due to the hailstorm in Bayamo. However, authorities recommend staying informed due to the possible continuation of unstable weather conditions.
Is hail common in Cuba?
Hail is not common in Cuba, especially large hailstones like those reported in Bayamo. However, in recent months there have been several reports of storms with hail in different provinces of the country, indicating an increase in the frequency of these extreme phenomena.
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