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The Guantánamo Temporary Work Group has suspended the Agricultural Fair scheduled for this Saturday and reorganized the sale of products in markets and locations throughout the city to protect the population in light of the threat of heavy rains associated with a tropical wave moving through the eastern Caribbean.
As a result, the collection and sale of agricultural products began on Friday afternoon at various markets in the city, including La Acelga (Reparto Obrero), El Cebollín (San Justo), La Lechuguita (Caribe), and El Progreso (Sur Isleta), among others, reported through Facebook by the pro-government account Guerreros del Guaso.
As for the fish market, shrimp and croquette dough will be sold at establishments on Carretera and Pedro A. Pérez, Reparto Obrero, El Guararey, Caribe, El Progreso, and La Yuca in Sur Hospital.
In addition, nine points of sale for carbonated drinks will be set up, including Plaza Juventud, Plaza Reparto Obrero, and Campito (San Justo), while commercial establishments will offer an alternative menu featuring boiled dishes, stews, and croquettes.
He pointed out that the trading entities will offer an alternative menu that will include boiled root vegetables, a hearty stew, and croquettes, as part of the options during this situation
The Temporary Working Group urged citizens to stay informed through official channels and to take the necessary precautions to safeguard their safety during the weather event.
The National Civil Defense General Staff issued an informative note this Thursday due to the proximity of a tropical wave located in the eastern Caribbean Sea, which could directly impact the eastern region of Cuba in the coming days.
According to the Forecast Center of the Institute of Meteorology (Insmet), the tropical wave, which does not yet have an organized structure, displays disorganized areas of showers, rain, and thunderstorms.
In this regard, authorities in the province of Guantánamo are taking preventive measures to face the possible arrival of heavy rainfall and flooding over the weekend.
The official spokesperson Carlos Pérez reported on Facebook that during the meeting of the so-called “Vitality,” held with leaders from the ten municipalities and executives from provincial entities, actions were defined to protect the population and the resources of the economy.
According to specialists, the weather system is already causing heavy rainfall in Puerto Rico and the Dominican Republic and is moving west-northwest at 24 kilometers per hour, with the potential to evolve into a tropical depression or cyclone near the central Bahamas.
Frequently Asked Questions about the Suspension of Agricultural Fairs in Guantánamo Due to Tropical Wave
Why were the agricultural fairs in Guantánamo suspended?
The agricultural fairs in Guantánamo have been suspended due to the threat of heavy rains associated with a tropical wave approaching the eastern Caribbean. The aim is to protect the population and reorganize the sale of products in local markets to minimize risks.
What measures have been taken in Guantánamo in response to the tropical wave?
The authorities have arranged for the collection and sale of products in various markets throughout the city and have urged citizens to stay informed through official channels. In addition, points of sale for prepared food and beverages have been set up, and actions have been defined to protect the population and economic resources.
What is the weather forecast for Guantánamo due to the tropical wave?
Intense rains and thunderstorms are expected in Guantánamo over the weekend, with the potential to cause flooding in low-lying areas. The weather system is already impacting other regions of the Caribbean and could develop into a tropical depression or cyclone.
How does the tropical wave affect security and resources in Guantánamo?
The approach of the tropical wave increases the risk of heavy rainfall that could lead to flooding, which is why protection and safety plans for people in vulnerable areas have been activated, as well as for basic resources such as food and fuel.
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