A fire in a home in the Centro Habana municipality prompted a large deployment of firefighters, police, and emergency personnel this Saturday, according to citizen reports shared on social media.
According to the initial report from the profile of La Tijera and Yosmany Mayeta Labrada, residents in the area described columns of smoke visible from several blocks away while firefighting teams worked to contain the flames and prevent their spread to nearby buildings.
The profile of the internet user Adrián Yordan specifies that the accident occurred in Oquendo, between San Rafael and San Miguel.
The authorities have not yet provided an official report on possible injuries or the extent of the material damage.
At the moment the causes of the incident are unknown. Specialists from the Fire Department will assess the structure to determine the point of origin and any potential electrical or gas failures.
Dozens of people have gathered in the vicinity of the accident site.
The municipality of Centro Habana faces construction insecurity and a lack of maintenance for its buildings. These issues, combined with the accumulation of garbage, electrical instability, and the risk of having to cook with charcoal at home, increase the risk of fires and collapses in the area.
A fire occurred in late September in the vicinity of Zanja and San Nicolás streets, in the Chinese neighborhood of Havana.
This incident raised concern among residents and social media users, who observed a thick column of black smoke from various locations in the Cuban capital.
Another incident was reported in Centro Habana, caused by a minor manipulating a matchbox. Fortunately, there were no human casualties, but material damages were recorded in three rooms of the affected building.
On another occasion, the residents of that municipality set fire to the dump as a desperate measure in response to the government's inaction regarding the accumulated waste.
The health situation in the city is critical, with piles of trash generating pests and foul odors, putting public safety at risk.
Fires and Collapses in Central Havana: Frequently Asked Questions
What caused the recent fire in Centro Habana?
The causes of the fire have not yet been officially determined, although it is speculated that they may be related to electrical or gas problems. Centro Habana faces construction precariousness and a lack of maintenance that increase the risk of fires.
What measures are being taken to prevent future fires in Havana?
Until now, no concrete measures have been announced by the authorities to prevent future fires in Centro Habana. The accumulation of garbage and electrical instability remain problems without an effective solution.
How does the situation with the collapses affect the residents of Centro Habana?
Collapses are a constant threat for the residents of Centro Habana, due to the poor structural conditions of many buildings. This situation has left several families homeless and at ongoing risk of further collapses.
What is the relationship between fires and the accumulation of garbage in Havana?
The accumulation of garbage on the streets of Havana contributes to the risk of fires, as residents sometimes set the waste on fire to dispose of it, which can lead to uncontrollable incidents.
What have the authorities done to improve the housing situation in Havana?
Despite the seriousness of the situation, the authorities have not implemented a comprehensive plan to improve housing conditions in Havana, leaving thousands of families living in dangerous and deteriorating circumstances.
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