Millions without electricity in Cuba

Cuba experienced a major power outage when its national electricity grid collapsed. About 10 million people were left without electricity across the country. Officials are still investigating the exact cause, but they believe it may be related to transmission problems.

This blackout is part of a larger energy crisis. Cuba’s power system is very old and depends on fuel imports. Recently, the United States has restricted oil supplies to Cuba, making it harder for the country to produce electricity.

The government has started restoring electricity slowly by using small local systems. However, experts say it may take time to fully recover because the system is weak and lacks fuel.

Many people in Cuba are already used to frequent power outages. Some areas experience blackouts for many hours every day. The situation has caused frustration, and there have been protests in some parts of the country.

Experts say the crisis is caused by a combination of problems, including an old power grid, lack of maintenance, and reduced oil supplies. Until these issues are solved, Cuba may continue to face power shortages in the future.

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Source : https://www.taipeitimes.com/News/world/archives/2026/03/18/2003854039

Comprehension

How many people were affected by the blackout?
What is one possible cause of the power outage?
Why is Cuba having trouble producing electricity?
How is the government restoring power?
What problems may continue in the future?

Discussion

How would you feel if there were no electricity for several days?
What are the biggest problems during a blackout?
How can countries prepare for power outages?
Do you think energy should come from renewable sources? Why or why not?
How does politics affect a country’s energy supply?
What daily activities depend on electricity the most?
Have you ever experienced a blackout? What happened?
What solutions can help prevent future power crises?

Vocabulary

Collapse – to suddenly fail or stop working
Blackout – a complete loss of electricity
Grid – a system that supplies electricity
Transmission – the movement of electricity from one place to another
Crisis – a serious problem
Restore – to bring back to normal
Fuel – an energy source like oil or gas
Protest – public action showing disagreement