President Díaz-Canel Addresses Havana's Water Supply Amidst Energy Crisis
President Miguel Díaz-Canel convened a meeting with hydraulic sector directors and electricity generation experts to address the critical issue of water supply in Havana. The meeting, held at the Palace of the Revolution, focused on ensuring water sources amidst Cuba's ongoing energy crisis, exacerbated by a U.S. oil embargo and sanctions. Access to water has become a recurring demand from the population due to these challenges. Key discussion points included securing water supply through generator sets, essential maintenance of electrical networks linked to water services, and achieving energy independence for water distribution. The Vice Prime Minister, Inés María Chapman Waugh, emphasized rigorous valve management, leak elimination, equipment protection, and operator training as crucial measures. President Díaz-Canel affirmed that this sensitive issue would receive frequent follow-ups, noting his recent visit to the Paso Seco source in Boyeros, a strategic point for water supply to southern and central ...