In a move highlighting the deepening fuel crisis in Cuba, authorities in Las Tunas have announced the cessation of all interprovincial bus services starting Friday, February 6. This suspension underscores the severe impact of the country's ongoing fuel shortages.
As reported by Tiempo21Cuba, a Facebook page associated with the provincial radio station, this decision affects routes to Camagüey, Holguín, and Santiago de Cuba. Both morning and afternoon departures are impacted by this measure.
Despite these disruptions, the express bus to Havana will continue its nightly departure at 9:00 PM. However, the alternative route to Matanzas has also been suspended, as stated by Reynaldo Reyes Silva, the provincial delegate for the Ministry of Transport.
Reyes Silva hinted at the possibility of further announcements in the coming days, which could include additional restrictions on national passenger transport, particularly affecting the railway services, which are also struggling due to diesel shortages.
The halt in interprovincial travel from Las Tunas highlights the severe deterioration of the transportation infrastructure, exacerbated by the ongoing fuel shortages that have already disrupted essential services across various provinces.
In response to the energy deficit, the University of Havana has temporarily shifted to a semi-presential mode for 30 days and postponed the University Congress 2026.
In Camagüey, internal sources have reported the suspension of gasoline transport and sales, along with adjustments in school schedules and cultural activities.
Similarly, the University of Holguín has reportedly sent scholarship students home and halted academic activities until March, directly attributing these actions to the scarcity of energy and fuel.
The energy crisis, acknowledged publicly by Miguel Díaz-Canel during a televised address, is spreading across multiple sectors in the country, threatening to further disrupt the daily lives of the Cuban people.
Impact of Cuba's Current Fuel Shortage on Transportation
What routes are affected by the suspension in Las Tunas?
The suspension affects bus routes from Las Tunas to Camagüey, Holguín, and Santiago de Cuba, covering both morning and afternoon schedules.
Is there any bus service still operating from Las Tunas?
Yes, the express bus to Havana is still operational, with its departure scheduled for 9:00 PM.
How is the energy crisis affecting universities in Cuba?
The University of Havana has shifted to a semi-presential mode and postponed events, while the University of Holguín has suspended classes and sent students home due to the energy crisis.