Aguas de La Habana (AH) has reported on the current effects on the supply of drinking water in different municipalities of the city, due to failures in several pumping equipment. Below is a detailed summary by system:
Central System
The South Basin continues in the recovery process, operating with 16 of its 19 units. Four teams (2, 6, 13 and Rincón 4) remain out of service due to breaks, which affects the pressure of the Palatino knot and harms the high points in Plaza de la Revolución, Diez de Octubre and Cerro.
The Palatino pumping system is under repair, with Palatino Viejo equipment 3 scheduled to be installed tomorrow. After completing the work, the recovery of the system will begin, although the damage persists in the high points of Rampa, Colón-Nuevo Vedado and Puentes Grandes.
In Diez de Octubre, the upper area supplied by the El Gato system is affected. Although all 14 units of the system are working, two of the units provide less flow than necessary, and unit 8 is out of service. Tanker trucks have been enabled to minimize the effects, prioritizing essential services.
Affected municipalities:
- Revolution Square
- Cerro
- October 10
- Havana Center
- Old Havana
- Western System
The Ariguanabo system works with 8 of its 9 equipment, with equipment 9 out of service due to breakage. The high points of La Lisa, Punta Brava, Arroyo Arenas and San Agustín are affected, as is Pocito Palmar in Marianao.
The Cosculluela system is operating with 8 of its 10 equipment, with equipment 2 and 5 out of service. In Marianao, the damage is concentrated in the high points of Zamora-Cocosolo and Libertad, while in Playa, damage is reported in Kholy, Buenavista and Sierra.
Affected municipalities:
- Playa
- mariana
- The Lisa
- System On
The Paso Seco system operates with 6 of its 8 units, with units 1 and 6 out of service. An electrical problem in equipment 7 has increased the water deficit in Arroyo Naranjo and Boyeros, where operations are carried out to minimize the effects.
Affected municipalities:
- Boyeros
- Orange Creek
- East System
The Filter Plant and the El Gato system are in the recovery process. Two of the El Gato teams provide little flow, and team 8 is out of service, which increases the damage to Camilo Cienfuegos, Villa Panamericana, Casa Blanca and Regla.
In San Miguel del Padrón, the Benigno system remains affected with equipment 5 out of service. Work is being carried out to improve the situation as soon as possible.
Affected municipalities:
- San Miguel del Padron
- Ruler
- Parrot
- Eastern Havana
- Guanabacoa
Aguas de La Habana continues working to restore service and minimize the impact on the affected population.
Source: Government of Havana
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Interview with Alejandro Torres, Water Services Coordinator at Aguas de La Habana
Interviewer: Good morning, Alejandro. Thank you for joining us. Can you start by explaining the current situation with the water supply in Havana?
Alejandro Torres: Good morning! Yes, certainly. Currently, we are experiencing significant challenges in our drinking water supply across various municipalities due to failures in our pumping equipment. In the Central System, for instance, we’re operating with 16 out of 19 units, but several are still under repair, affecting water pressure in certain areas.
Interviewer: Which specific municipalities are facing the greatest difficulties?
Alejandro Torres: The main areas impacted include Plaza de la Revolución, Diez de Octubre, and Cerro. The Palatino knot, in particular, is experiencing pressure issues, and residents in high points are feeling the effects the most. Additionally, the El Gato system in Diez de Octubre is facing reduced flow as one unit is out of service.
Interviewer: What measures are being taken to alleviate these issues for residents?
Alejandro Torres: We have activated tanker trucks to deliver water directly to those most affected, prioritizing essential services such as hospitals and schools. We’re also working diligently on repairing the Palatino pumping system, with plans to install new equipment shortly that should help in the recovery process.
Interviewer: Is there a timeline for when residents can expect the situation to improve?
Alejandro Torres: While we are hopeful that the new equipment will be installed soon, complete recovery across all affected municipalities will take time. We’re doing everything possible to expedite repairs, and we appreciate residents’ understanding and patience during this challenging period.
Interviewer: Thank you, Alejandro. Before we wrap up, is there anything else you’d like to share with our viewers?
Alejandro Torres: Yes, I urge residents to stay informed through our channels as we provide updates. We’re committed to ensuring that everyone has access to safe drinking water and are actively collaborating with the community to address these issues as efficiently as possible. Thank you for having me.
Interviewer: Thank you for your insights, Alejandro. We hope for a quick resolution to these challenges in Havana’s water supply.
Interviewer: What measures are being taken to alleviate these issues for residents?
Alejandro Torres: We have activated several strategies to mitigate the impact on the affected population. For example, we’ve mobilized tanker trucks to deliver water to essential services and areas most in need. Our teams are also working diligently to repair the pumping systems, with focus on restoring those that are currently out of service. Additionally, we’re prioritizing communication with residents to keep them informed of the situation and expected timelines for recovery.
Interviewer: The situation sounds challenging. How is Aguas de La Habana planning to prevent such crises in the future?
Alejandro Torres: Preventing future crises is a top priority for us. We’re conducting thorough assessments of our infrastructure and exploring long-term investments in maintenance and upgrades of our pumping systems. We’re also looking into improving our contingency plans to better respond to equipment failures and other emergencies. Public awareness and cooperation are vital, so we’re engaging with the community to foster understanding and support for these initiatives.
Interviewer: Thank you for the insights, Alejandro. Is there anything else you would like to add for the residents facing difficulties?
Alejandro Torres: I want to express our sincere appreciation for the patience and understanding of the residents during this challenging period. Aguas de La Habana is committed to restoring normalcy as swiftly as possible and ensuring that everyone has access to safe drinking water. We urge everyone to stay informed through our official channels for the latest updates.
Interviewer: Thank you, Alejandro, for your valuable time and information.
Alejandro Torres: Thank you for having me.
