The rains of recent days have benefited the Güirabo, Gibara, and Cacoyugüín dams. Which supply water to the city of Holguin, one of the municipalities most affected by the intense drought and which is undergoing a comprehensive program of actions aimed at reversing this situation.
Juan Mario Echavarría Hernández, territorial delegate for the sector, told the Cuban News Agency that Güirabo increased its volume to 520 million cubic meters. Gibara reached 212, and Cacoyugüin reached 39.
The executive specified that, although this water recovery is not very significant. It represents an improvement in coverage days. Also primarily for vital points of the economy, services, and the population with the highest supply cycles.
Moreover he reported that various projects are being carried out in parallel to utilize the dead volume of the reservoirs. Also repair the vertical turbines at the pumping stations, and reduce irregularities in the hydraulic systems.
The rains also benefited the Tacajo, Jagüeyes, and San Andres reservoirs in the municipalities of Baguano, Banes, and Holguin. With accumulated rainfall of 111, 70, and 68 millimeters, respectively, explained Echavarría Hernández.
During the dry season, collaboration agreements with the mechanical engineering industry are being intensified for the manufacture of a well-drilling machine. Which will allow for the expansion of local water sources.
The eastern region has been experiencing a period of low rainfall since July, which, coupled with limitations in electricity generation. It has affected more than 400,000 residents, especially in Calixto Garcia, Rafael Freyre, Frank Pais, Baguano, and the city of Holguin.
With information from CNA
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