Incident Details
As of October 18, Cuba is experiencing power outages due to a major failure at the Antonio Guiteras power plant. This has disrupted businesses, transportation, telecommunications, and increased security risks. Protests against the government may occur. Technicians are working to restore power, but there is no estimated timeline for resolution.
Traveler Safety
Travelers should charge electronic devices and monitor the media and other services for updates and advisories. Avoid any protest areas and follow instructions from authorities.