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Actions Taken in the Face of Hurricane Melissa’s Imminent Impact on Holguin

Authorities from the Holguin Provincial and Municipal Defense Council confirmed a series of preventive actions this Saturday. Aimed at minimizing the impacts of Hurricane Melissa. Which, according to forecasts, could intensify in the coming hours.

The inspection, carried out at critical points in the city. Also aimed to verify the status of cleanup efforts and safety protocols in response to the meteorological event.

Among the specific actions being carried out in the Cuban city’s parks are mechanized cleaning of the bridgeheads located on Nicio García Avenue at the corner of 31st Street. Also clearing the roadway on Victoria Street, between Cuba and Garayalde Streets, where a fallen tree was impeding normal traffic. Moreover cleaning the bridge on Sol Street, between 31st Street and 1st Street.

At the same time, a check was carried out at the Vladimir Ilich Lenin General Hospital. One of the province’s most important health centers. There, authorities verified the effectiveness of internal evacuation plans and the measures established. To ensure the continuity of medical care for hospitalized patients and their families during the hurricane’s passage.

With these actions, Holguin authorities seek to strengthen the region’s response capacity. To protect the population and economic resources from the potential impact of Melissa. Urging citizens to stay informed through official channels and follow Civil Defense guidelines.

Yudit Almeida Pérez