At 14:30 p.m. on Tuesday, La Unión Eléctrica reported that Unit 6 of the Máximo Gómez Thermoelectric Plant was disconnected from the electrical system following a power surge in the 220 kV grid connecting Mariel to Havana.
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Critical electricity generation situation in Cuba reported
Cuba is currently experiencing one of the most severe energy crises in recent times, with widespread blackouts lasting more than 18 hours in several regions of the country.
Four thermal power plants fail, worsening Cuba's electricity crisis.
The situation of the national electrical system in Cuba continues to be critical. This lunes, June 2, 2025, authorities reported a high level of disruption to electrical service due to a generation deficit caused by multiple breakdowns and unforeseen outages at key plants in the country.