In the midst of the serious energy crisis that hits Cubans, the Breaking of a manufactured gas pipe worsens the situation for residents In two municipalities of Havana, where the domestic fuel supply will be paralyzed until the damaged section is replaced in the next few days.
The manufactured gas company announced on Wednesday in a statement that, due to a breakdown, a pipe section will be replaced on 51 avenue, from 96 to 100, to “guarantee the stability of the gas service on the Playa-Mariana Network”.
To execute the work, a “Total stop” of the production plant #2between 10 p.m. on Friday, May 9 and four in the morning of Saturday 10, which will completely affect the service in the municipalities of Playa and Marianao, said the entity.
The company attached to the state oil company Cupet apologized to the affected population, for “the discomfort that this interruption may cause”, and said it maintains its “commitment to provide quality service to its customers.”
The problems with the service of manufactured gas In the capital they are part of the acute energy crisis that Cuba suffers, in which they also impact the shortage of liquefied gas throughout the country and the constant and prolonged blackouts.
At the end of April, the production plant #1 (melons) of manufactured gas in Havana interrupted the service In the municipalities of Plaza de la Revolución, La Habana Vieja, Centro Habana, Cerro and Ten of October, to execute “inappropriate” maintenance work. A month earlier, the industry had also done another stopped stop to “guarantee gas stability” In the five municipalities.
Meanwhile, the shortage of liquefied gas continues to harm the daily life of much of the Cuban population, and The Government does not solve months of lack of fuel.
-For months, citizens have had to do long lines to try to buy gaswaiting for hours or days without success.
Without any other alternative, thousands of families They have been forced to cook with firewood and coalin the absence of basic fuels.
Less than two weeks ago, CUPET confirmed that the shortage of liquefied gas persists Due to the lack of supplies. “So far no liquefied gas boat has entered and the deficit continues at the country level ”said the Camagüey Fuel Distribution Base Business Unit, in a statement expressly released to clarify a confusion that circulated on social networks.
Frequently asked questions about the interruption of the gas service in Havana
Why will the gas supply in two municipalities of Havana be interrupted?
The interruption of the supply of manufactured gas in the municipalities of Playa and Marianao is due to the breakage of a pipe. The manufactured gas company has indicated that a “total stop” of the #2 production plant will be made to replace the damaged section, with the aim of guaranteeing the stability of the service. This is part of the energy crisis that affects Cuba, where the shortage of liquefied gas and the blackouts are usual.
How long will the interruption of the gas service in Havana last?
The interruption of the gas service is scheduled to start on Friday night May 9 and is expected to end on Saturday, May 10. The manufactured gas company estimates that the service will be restored in the next few days after the replacement of the damaged section.
How does the energy crisis affect citizens?
The energy crisis in Cuba has generated multiple problems for the population, including the shortage of liquefied gas and prolonged blackouts. Citizens face long lines to acquire gas and, given the lack of supplies, many are forced to resort to alternative methods such as the use of firewood and coal for cooking. This situation has deteriorated the quality of life and increased frustration among Cubans.
What measures are the manufactured gas company taking to solve the situation?
The manufactured gas company has announced that it will replace the damaged section of the pipe on 51 avenue to guarantee the stability of the gas service. In addition, they have expressed their commitment to offer a quality service to their customers and have apologized for the inconvenience that the interruption may cause. However, the long -term solution remains uncertain due to the persistent energy crisis in the country.
