| Date | February blackouts: 8–13 February 2024 March blackouts: 17–19 March 2024 October blackouts: 5–6 October 2024 18–24 October 2024 |
|---|---|
| Location | Cuba (nationwide) |
| Type | Total and partial power outages |
| Cause | |
| Outcome | Cuban government-imposed energy-saving measures |
A series of interruptions to the nationwide electrical service of Cuba occurred during the months of February, March and October 2024. The blackouts began in February 2024 with power outages that affected nearly half of the country. In March, further blackouts caused widespread protests. On 5–6 October, a third of the country experienced outages.[2] From 18 to 22 October 2024, a total nationwide blackout occurred due to the failure of the Antonio Guiteras Power Plant. During the October shutdowns, the Cuban government announced energy-saving measures. The blackouts were the most severe living crisis that the country has experienced since the dissolution of the Soviet Union in 1991.[3][4]