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Residents from various municipalities in Matanzas reported power outages lasting more than 24 consecutive hours, amid the collapse of basic services and growing social discontent over what they perceive as unequal treatment compared to other provinces.
In areas like Boca de Camarioca, power outages have lasted up to 28 continuous hours, according to reports from users on social media.
“Let’s see what you do with the interruptions, because it seems like Matanzas doesn’t count. Ah, I know: we are the reserve,” a neighbor complained in a post directed to the Electric Company of Matanzas.
The prolonged blackout has hindered access to drinking water, the use of appliances, and the preservation of food, further worsening the already challenging situation faced by the population.
"We are almost dead from this virus and without power. The people need water and food," wrote another desperate user.
Indignation quickly moved into the political arena. Some residents compared the situation to other provinces where, following recent protests, the frequency of blackouts was reduced.
"In one province, they protest and are rewarded with fewer blackouts; in Matanzas, we are punished with over 24 hours without power. What have we come to?" questioned an internet user.
In the group Compraventas en Matanzas, user Katiuska De Luca shared an extensive text that reflects the emotional and physical exhaustion of the people of Matanzas.
“No, we’re not getting the blackout. It’s not our obligation,” he said angrily.
“We are meant for life, not this miserable survival imposed on us by some rulers who would rather destroy the nation than lose power,” he added.
The complaints add to a long list of citizen grievances in recent weeks due to the worsening energy deficit, the deterioration of sanitary conditions, and the lack of institutional responses.
In Matanzas, as in many other provinces, blackouts have become a part of everyday life, although resignation is beginning to turn into protest.
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