Cuba's Electricity Grid Collapses, Leaving Millions in the Dark In a shocking turn of events, Cuba's state-owned electricity grid operator has announced a catastrophic collapse of the island's power system, plunging some 10 million residents into darkness. The sudden blackout, which occurred late on Sunday, marks a significant escalation of a long-standing issue of frequent blackouts plaguing the island nation. As the country struggles to meet its energy demands, the grid's failure has left Cubans without access to basic necessities like lighting, communication, and healthcare services. The collapse has raised concerns about the island's ability to provide essential services, particularly in the face of a growing economic crisis.


Cuba's electricity grid collapsed late on Sunday, the state-owned grid ​operator said, plunging the island of ‌about 10 million people into darkness as blackouts become more frequent.