A powerful Tropical cyclone is set to impact Santiago de Cuba as the Province prepares for severe weather, prompting official responses from President Miguel Díaz-Canel.
- Tropical cyclone warnings have been issued for Santiago de Cuba as the storm approaches, threatening heavy rain, strong winds, and flooding in the Province.
- President (government title) Miguel Díaz-Canel has mobilized emergency services across Cuba, particularly in vulnerable areas including Granma Province, Holguín, and Guantánamo.
- Residents of Santiago de Cuba are advised to secure their properties and prepare for potential evacuations as the Tropical cyclone is expected to make landfall soon.
Why It Matters
The arrival of this Tropical cyclone highlights the increasing frequency of severe weather events in the region, raising concerns about climate resilience and disaster preparedness in Cuba and its neighboring provinces.