Radio Cadena Agramonte emisiora de Camagüey
Camagüey, October 27 - The Territorial Division of the Cuban Telecommunications Company (ETECSA, for its acronym in Spanish) in Camagüey is on alert for the imminent arrival of Hurricane Melissa, which is expected to hit the eastern region as a major storm between Tuesday night and Wednesday morning. To mitigate the effects of the intense rains and winds, the company has implemented a series of preventive actions.
Mailen Durán Rodríguez, head of the ETECSA Marketing Group in Camagüey, explained that tree pruning is being carried out in all territories to protect telephone lines. In addition, the fuel supply for generators is being guaranteed, thus ensuring the continuity of communications.
Alternatives have also been prepared to maintain services in the event of power outages or mobile phone interruptions caused by the winds. Measures have been taken to secure the protection centers, and special attention is being paid to the cable tunnels, preventing water ingress that could cause service outages. Likewise, all vulnerable outdoor plant equipment is being protected.
Durán Rodríguez emphasized that the crews of linemen, repairers, and all necessary technical personnel are organized and ready to respond to any eventuality, whether in the province of Camagüey or in other affected regions.
As for the commercial network, it will continue to operate as long as conditions permit, while work is being done to refurbish the premises to ensure the safety of the equipment.
To keep the public informed, communications have been intensified through social media, local media, and other channels, providing details on how to stay in touch with ETECSA in case of emergencies.
Among the recommendations for citizens, Durán Rodríguez suggested keeping telecommunications equipment, including telephones, modems, and other devices, away from water, as well as protecting them from strong winds and electrical discharges. It's also advisable to fully charge mobile devices and minimize their use to prolong battery life, as well as educate the entire family on how to report outages both on telecommunications networks and in their homes.
Finally, the directive emphasized the importance of following media instructions and publications on ETECSA's institutional accounts to stay informed about the situation and the recommended safety measures. (Text and photos: Gladys Dailyn Morera Cordero/Radio Cadena Agramonte)
