Cuba is preparing for a severe storm expected to hit the western regions of the country today with strong winds and heavy rainfall. Cuban officials report that on Thursday, as the storm approached Cuba, 38,000 students from boarding schools in the Pinar del Río region in western Cuba were evacuated. Schools in Havana, the capital of Cuba, have also been closed. Residents of Havana are hurriedly stockpiling water and food and reinforcing their homes. According to the latest reports, the center of the storm is located 125 kilometers south and southeast of the Isle of Youth. Cuba is still recovering from the damage caused by a storm last November that devastated parts of central Cuba, killed five people, and destroyed many agricultural products and homes.
Storm in Cuba - 2002-09-20
Cuba is bracing for a severe storm expected to impact its western regions, prompting the evacuation of thousands of students and the closure of schools in Havana. The storm comes as Cuba is still recovering from previous storm damage. This situation highlights the ongoing vulnerability of Cuba to natural disasters.
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📰 What Happened
Cuba is preparing for a severe storm that is expected to hit its western regions, leading to the evacuation of thousands of students and the closure of schools in the capital, Havana. The storm poses a significant threat as the country is still recovering from previous storm damage.
- 38,000 students were evacuated from boarding schools in Pinar del Río region.
- Schools in Havana have been closed in anticipation of the storm.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
Cuba is frequently affected by hurricanes and tropical storms due to its geographic location, leading to significant economic and social challenges. The government has a history of implementing emergency measures to protect its population.
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