After the fire of considerable proportions that occurred on Sunday night in Yaguajay, Sancti Spíritus, which reduced the bar-cafeteria El Refugio and five neighboring houses to rubble, several families were left practically homeless and the community is marked by the magnitude of the tragedy.
The incident occurred at the corner of Meneses, between Panchito Gómez and General Peraza streets, a popular thoroughfare among the residents of that town. Although there were no reported human casualties, the material damage was devastating, according to the official media Escambray.
The images of the place show the extent of the damage, with collapsed roofs, charred structures, and homes reduced to ruins.
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Facebook/Luis Francisco Jacomino Suárez
Despite the destruction, the supportive gesture of the neighbors was crucial in preventing the flames from engulfing everything. "People helped with everything they could, they climbed on the roofs and prevented the fire from spreading," reported Yeni Pérez Cárdenas, a resident of the area, to Escambray.
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The firefighters from Yaguajay received reinforcements from Sancti Spíritus and Cabaiguán to extinguish the fire.
Neighbors reported that the fire spread within minutes from the roof of the food establishment. “It was terrible, within just five minutes everything was on fire,” Pérez Cárdenas said.
The woman highlighted the bravery of the residents who, alongside the forces of the Ministry of the Interior, managed to rescue belongings from nearly all the families.
However, not everyone experienced the same fate. The family that occupied the former optical shop lost a significant portion of their belongings, although they managed to save some appliances.
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Facebook/Luis Francisco Jacomino Suárez
According to Escambray, the municipal commissions are currently working on damage assessment and assistance for the affected individuals. One of the families has been temporarily relocated to a housing unit in the area.
Although the causes of the incident are being investigated, for the residents of Yaguajay, what happened leaves a wound that is difficult to heal.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Fire in Yaguajay
What were the consequences of the fire in Yaguajay?
The fire in Yaguajay destroyed the bar-cafeteria El Refugio and five adjacent houses, leaving several families homeless and causing significant material damage. Although there were no human casualties, the incident left the community shocked by the extent of the destruction.
How did the community react to the fire in Yaguajay?
The community of Yaguajay showed a remarkable gesture of solidarity during the fire. Neighbors came together to help contain the flames and rescue belongings from the affected families. Local cooperation was crucial in preventing the fire from spreading any further.
What is the current situation of the families affected by the fire in Yaguajay?
The municipal commissions are assessing the damage and providing assistance to those affected. One of the families has been temporarily relocated to a housing unit in the area, while state support is anticipated for the other families who have been left homeless.
What factors contributed to the rapid spread of the fire in Yaguajay?
The structure of the property and the combustible materials present facilitated the rapid spread of the fire. In just five minutes, the flames spread from the roof of the El Refugio bar to the nearby homes, demonstrating the vulnerability of the buildings in the area.
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