On Tuesday, a relentless downpour swept through Cuba's capital, leading to flooding in the low-lying parts of Vedado in the Plaza de la Revolución municipality. Social media was abuzz with images of submerged streets and residents navigating through the accumulated water. The Facebook page of the program "Hola Habana" shared a post saying, "Hello, Havana… images from the #PlazaDeLaRevolución municipality after Tuesday's rain."
Given the adverse weather conditions, caution is advised due to the challenging climate scenario and the urban drainage system's evident limitations, which struggle even with moderate rainfall.
Storm Season Brings Additional Concerns
This incident occurs just a few days after the official start of the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season, which began on June 1st. Experts warn that it will be "very active," with a high likelihood of tropical storms and heavy rainfall events.
Recently, Colorado State University (CSU) reaffirmed its forecast that this year's Atlantic hurricane season is expected to be more active than usual, predicting 17 named storms, 9 hurricanes, and 4 major hurricanes (categories 3, 4, or 5).
Understanding the Impact of Heavy Rainfall in Havana
How does the drainage system in Havana cope with heavy rain?
Havana's drainage system often struggles with heavy rain due to its limitations, resulting in frequent flooding in low-lying areas.
What is the forecast for the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season?
The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season is predicted to be very active, with expectations of 17 named storms, 9 hurricanes, and 4 major hurricanes.
When did the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season officially start?
The 2025 Atlantic hurricane season officially began on June 1st.