Cuba: Floods DREF Final Report (MDRCU006)
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Description of the Disaster
Cuba suffered several hydrometeorological events that reached their highest intensity on 25-26 May 2020. Intense rains, floods, and strong winds especially affected the central Cuban provinces of Camagüey, Ciego de Ávila, Cienfuegos, Sancti Spíritus, and Villa Clara.
Severe Local Storms (SLS):
From 25 to 26 May, a strong local storm caused tornadoes, hail, thunderstorms, and sustained winds of more than 92 km/h.
A tornadic event was recorded in the province of Santi Spíritus with winds of up to 120 km/h. According to the Meteorological Centre in Sancti Spíritus, it was the largest and most visible local event that affected the area. Other strong local storms also generated significant damage in the provinces of Villa Clara, Ciego de Avila, and Camagüey.