The independent American journalist Oliya Scootercaster has once again documented everyday reality in Havana with new videos posted on the social media platform X, where she showcases scenes related to the decline of basic services in various areas of the Cuban capital.
In one of his posts, he shared images recorded in Havana neighborhoods where piles of trash can be seen on the streets and the reactions of the neighbors to the lack of garbage collection.
"In Havana, Cuba, residents have resorted to burning piles of uncollected garbage lining the streets in an effort to clear the buildup of waste. Locals report that garbage collection has been severely disrupted," it was written.
The videos show piles of burning waste in the middle of the street, with columns of smoke rising between buildings, while in some cases, equipment can be seen intervening to extinguish the flames.
In other materials shared, the journalist also captured specific efforts to collect large volumes of trash using machinery, highlighting differences in waste management depending on the areas.
In another of his posts, Scootercaster showed scenes related to water access, where residents are seen relying on tanker trucks for their supply.
"Residents in parts of Havana rely on water tank trucks and other scarce options, as supply interruptions related to blackouts and infrastructure issues leave some neighborhoods without regular running water," she noted.
The images show dozens of people gathering with buckets, containers, and other vessels, waiting for their turn to collect water.
"The crowds gather quickly when the trucks arrive, with residents rushing to fill buckets and containers before supplies run out. Many take the water home by hand due to limited access to distribution," she added.
The journalist also pointed to structural factors influencing this situation: "Cuba's water system has been under pressure due to aging infrastructure and frequent blackouts that affect pumping and distribution. The shortage of fuel has also impacted the consistency of distribution by tank trucks."
Additionally, it gathered concerns from the residents about the quality of the available water: "Residents in the affected areas report worries about water quality, and some rely on untreated or stored water for daily use."
These publications are in addition to other experiences documented by the journalist herself during her time in the Cuban capital, where she collected testimonies and scenes from everyday life marked by crisis, including shortages of food, infrastructure issues, and demands for change expressed by citizens.
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