Explosion at the Saratoga Hotel

Accidents in Cuba
Hotels in Cuba

On May 6, 2022, at 10:50 local time, a powerful explosion occurred at the iconic and luxurious Hotel Saratoga in the historic center of Havana. The building was completely destroyed. The explosion is attributed to a gas leak during its transfer to the hotel facilities. The hotel was undergoing maintenance work to reopen after being closed during the coronavirus pandemic.

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