According to recent information, more than 600,000 Cubans were forced to rely on trucks to access water during the year 2024. This situation reveals the severe water scarcity faced by the population in Cuba.
According to provided data, 80% of all clients of the National Institute of Hydraulic Resources (INRH) received water supply through delivery cycles exceeding 15 days. This delay in water distribution has generated enormous difficulties for thousands of people on the Caribbean island.
In the words of a representative from the INRH: "The lack of adequate infrastructure and the deterioration of distribution networks have significantly contributed to this water crisis suffered by Cubans." The situation is particularly concerning in rural areas and certain urban regions where the scarcity of potable water is a constant.
In the face of this challenging scenario, urgent measures must be taken to improve hydraulic infrastructure in Cuba and ensure adequate access to water for all citizens. Relying on trucks to access water is a temporary solution that does not address the root problem, so a comprehensive and sustainable strategy is needed to tackle this water crisis in the country.
