Camagüey Substation Gets Power Boost with Transformer Repair

Big news for Camagüey's power supply! After more than a month of hard work, the Electric Company in Camagüey has successfully put a 25 Mega Volt Ampere (MVA) transformer back into service at the Camagüey 1 Substation.

This is great news because it means the electricity in parts of the provincial capital should become more stable.

The electric system in Camagüey took a big step forward with this transformer running again. It's a key piece of equipment for the city's power.

📄 Where and When

This important piece of equipment had been out of service since January 18th. The problem was that one of the two identical transformers at this critical substation broke down.

The breakdown affected several circuits in the city. These included circuits like Y-102, Y-103, Y-105, Y-107, Y-112, Y-114, and Y-123, among others. This led to both scheduled and unexpected power outages.

📄 Why It Matters

This repair is important because it directly helps improve the daily lives of people in Camagüey. More than 10 circuits will benefit from this fix.

It brings a much-needed improvement to the quality of life for residents. In the middle of tough times for Cuba's energy system, this is a positive sign.

The repair means more reliable power, which is essential for homes and businesses.

📄 What the Parties Say

Technicians from the Camagüey Electric Company worked hard on this. They had to use temporary fixes, like connecting affected circuits to other substations (Camagüey 2, 3, and 4).

They also made sure to balance the electrical load, especially during peak demand times. Specialists performed technical measurements and tests, including on the conservator tank's membrane to ensure it was sealed tight. They also checked the 110 kilovolt high-voltage input, all following strict safety protocols.

The successful completion of this work was thanks to the local Electric Company workers and support from construction teams from Santiago de Cuba. They brought valuable technical experience to get the job done.

📄 What Comes Next

With the 25 MVA transformer now working again, the power situation in Camagüey should gradually get better. This is a significant step towards stabilizing the province's electricity supply.

This repair happens as Cuba's energy sector faces challenges like power generation shortages and frequent outages across the country. These issues are often due to old infrastructure and lack of fuel for power plants.

People in Camagüey can expect more reliable electricity, which is a welcome relief.