The distribution of liquefied petroleum gas (LPG) in Granma province has come to a standstill due to a depletion of supplies at the Santiago de Cuba plant. This information was released by the Territorial Fuel Marketing Division through a statement shared on the official CNC TV Granma Facebook page.
The official statement indicated that the LPG reserves at the Santiago plant are completely exhausted, causing a total suspension of sales in Granma and leading to discontent among consumers who rely on this fuel for daily cooking needs.
The entity expressed regret for the inconvenience caused and urged the public to stay tuned to their official channels for updates on when the service might resume. However, user comments on the company’s Telegram channel reflect growing frustration over the brief periods of supply, which reportedly commenced around the 19th of the current month.
"They haven't even been selling for 15 days," questioned user Luis Javier Milanés Merconchini, while Marisol Londres García expressed, "They started selling on the 19th and now inventories are empty... how long will this last?"
Other consumers highlighted the immediate impact on their daily lives. Ana Margarita Ayala Macía mentioned that due to the gas shortage, they are forced to "keep battling with firewood" for cooking, a scenario that is all too familiar in various parts of the country.
Despite the marketing company's appreciation for the population's "understanding" and their apologies, this latest service interruption once again underscores the chronic instability in the supply of domestic fuels. This ongoing issue persistently impacts Cuban families, forcing them to rely on unsafe and makeshift alternatives.
The gas shortage adds to the litany of daily hardships — power outages, food shortages, and transportation difficulties — that continue to erode living conditions in the province.
Impact of LPG Shortage in Granma
Why has the sale of LPG in Granma been halted?
The sale of LPG in Granma has been halted due to the exhaustion of supplies at the Santiago de Cuba plant.
How are consumers reacting to the LPG shortage?
Consumers have expressed frustration and concern, noting the brief supply duration and the challenges they face in cooking without LPG.
What alternatives are residents using due to the lack of LPG?
Residents are resorting to using firewood for cooking, which is a common alternative in various areas affected by fuel shortages.