economy
Major fire breaks out at a Havana refinery
A large-scale fire occurred this Friday at the Ñico López refinery in Havana, generating a dense column of smoke visible over a large part of the Cuban capital. Authorities reported that the fire was controlled, without detailing the causes or reporting victims yet.
TL;DR
- A large fire occurred at the Ñico López refinery in Havana.
- The fire generated a dense column of black smoke, visible across the capital.
- Authorities reported the fire was controlled, originating in a storage facility.
- No causes or victims have been detailed by Cuban officials.
- The Ñico López refinery is one of Cuba's three refineries and has a history of technical issues.
- The incident occurs amid a severe energy crisis in Cuba.
- This event is reminiscent of a major fire at a Matanzas fuel storage base in August 2022.