Tropical Storm Oscar brings heavy rain and power outages to eastern Cuba
Summary: Tropical Storm Oscar is currently affecting eastern Cuba after making landfall as a Category 1 hurricane. The storm brought heavy rain, with forecasts predicting up to 14 inches, raising concerns about flooding and mudslides.
Oscar made landfall near Baracoa on Sunday with winds of 75 mph. It previously impacted the Bahamas, where residents were evacuated due to damage. Rain and flooding have already been reported in Cuba's eastern provinces.
Cuba is experiencing a significant power outage, which began Friday. While some electrical service was restored, many residents remain without power. The energy minister hopes to restore the grid by Monday or Tuesday.
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