Heavy rains that have been battering the city of Baracoa in Guantánamo since the early hours of Saturday have caused the Miel River to overflow once more, submerging several low-lying areas and rekindling residents' fears of another disaster similar to those in previous years.
According to reports shared by citizens on the Primada Visión page, the neighborhoods most affected include Bohorque (7th and 9th streets), Cabacú (13th and 15th streets), Reparto Dap, Dos Caminos, the area near the Meat Processing Plant (Matadero), and Vega Larga.
Photos sent by users depict flooded homes, streets turned into rivers, and families attempting to safeguard their belongings in the higher parts of their homes. "The situation on 7th Street in Bohorque remains critical," warned the local Facebook page, accompanied by photos verifying the progress of the waters in that area. Residents complain about the lack of immediate support from the authorities and how the flooding caught many off guard without an evacuation plan.
Baracoa, often referred to as the "Primada of Cuba," has been one of the most severely affected regions by rainfall in recent years. Communities such as Boca de Miel remain nearly isolated, with destroyed roads, power outages, and unstable basic services.
Despite official promises to repair and improve infrastructure, these commitments have not been fulfilled, leaving residents in a constant state of fear that rains will once again cut them off from essential services.
In light of the emergency, local media advise residents to evacuate flooded areas immediately, disconnect electricity, and avoid walking through flowing water, which may conceal debris or present dangerous currents.
Meanwhile, residents are demanding concrete government action to prevent future floods and ensure the safety of those living in vulnerable areas—a demand that has been ignored by the regime for years.
Baracoa Flooding Concerns: Key Questions and Answers
What caused the recent flooding in Baracoa?
The recent flooding in Baracoa was caused by heavy rains that led to the overflow of the Miel River, submerging several low-lying areas.
Which areas in Baracoa were most affected by the flooding?
Neighborhoods most affected by the flooding include Bohorque, Cabacú, Reparto Dap, Dos Caminos, the area near the Meat Processing Plant, and Vega Larga.
What has been the government's response to the flooding in Baracoa?
Residents have criticized the lack of immediate support from the authorities and have been demanding concrete actions to prevent future flooding, a call that has been ignored for years.