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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 3, 2026Miami-Dade

Cuba begins restoring power following sixth nationwide grid collapse of 2026

The Cuban state-run Electric Union has initiated a gradual restoration of the national electrical grid following a total system failure that occurred Sunday night. This event marks the sixth nationwide blackout in 2026, following a separate weather-related disruption to a 220-megawatt transmission line on Saturday.

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Why It Matters

The recurring collapse of the national power grid disrupts essential services, businesses, and daily life for the entire population of Cuba, with many residents already facing daily lasting over 20 hours.

Key Facts

  • Sunday night's outage was the sixth total nationwide collapse of the Cuban National Energy System in 2026.
  • A 220-megawatt transmission line was damaged by weather on Saturday, causing a partial outage in western Cuba.
  • The Electric Union reported a 'total disconnection' of the national grid on Sunday night.
  • Cuba experienced two nationwide blackouts in March and three in July 2026.
  • A partial power disruption was previously reported on Aug. 1, 2026.
  • Even when the grid is functional, many residents experience rolling blackouts lasting over 20 hours per day.
  • Officials cite aging infrastructure, fuel shortages, and U.S. sanctions as contributors to the energy crisis.

Who's Mentioned

other220-megawatt“Capacity of the transmission line damaged by weather on Saturday.”organizationElectric Union“The state-run entity responsible for managing Cuba's energy system.”organizationAssociated Press“News agency reporting on the restoration of power.”locationHavana“The capital city of Cuba, which experienced power outages.”locationPinar del Río“A region in western Cuba affected by the Saturday power interruption.”locationMatanzas“A region in western Cuba affected by the Saturday power interruption.”