The report from the Unión Eléctrica generated a wave of criticism and even ridicule on social networks, where Cubans expressed their frustration.
LIMA, Peru – The Electrical Union (UNE) predicted for this Sunday November 30 that simultaneous blackouts will reach more than 54% of the national territory, with a generation deficit close to 1,680 megawatts (MW) during peak consumption hours.
According to the official report, the maximum capacity planned for peak hours is 1,570 MW, compared to an estimated demand of 3,250 MW, which would leave an impact of 1,750 MW on the electrical system. The company points out that five thermoelectric units remain out of service for maintenance or breakdowns, and that dozens of distributed generation engines remain inactive due to lack of fuel and lubricants.
“Our SEN is stable and robust,” a Facebook user identified as Alexis Manso Díaz commented sarcastically to the UNE.
“Don’t worry, by 2035 everything will improve,” mocked Internet user Ma Chete.
“The circus in action, this deficit is a habit, incredible! They say that one adapts to everything but you go too far!”, commented Marietta Álvarez, another user.
The crisis, which has already lasted more than five years, hits the eastern provinces hard, where many territories remained without electricity for weeks after Hurricane Melissa hit at the end of last October.
About three protests broke out in Mayarí, province of Holguín, during the past weekend, where several groups of neighbors gathered to demand the restitution of basic services such as water and electricity, absent since the impact of the cyclone.
The demonstrations, which occurred in different towns, occurred spontaneously with pots and pans and protest slogans, as evidenced videos sent to this newspaper. Among the most heard cries was “We want current!”, which resonated along with other demands.
The images show the growing unrest of a population that has faced prolonged blackouts for several years, in a context of generalized economic crisis.
