Information from the Consulate General of Spain in Cuba

Given the threat posed by Hurricane Rafael, which is expected to make landfall in the western part of the island as a hurricane, the cancellation of appointments scheduled for the coming days at the Spanish Consulate General in Cuba seems practically inevitable.

The Spanish Consulate General in Havana has issued a statement for Spanish tourists and residents in Cuba, warning of the possible deterioration of weather conditions on the island.

Given the forecast of unfavorable weather, authorities urge the Spanish community to stay informed and closely follow the recommendations of the Civil Defense and the consulate itself.

The Cuban Civil Defense has also emphasized the importance of taking precautions and staying up-to-date on weather alerts. With conditions approaching that could affect the safety and operation of various services, authorities urge everyone to follow their instructions to avoid unnecessary risks.

Reactions to lack of clarity

This announcement has generated various reactions on social media, especially among applicants for consular procedures at the Spanish Consulate General in Havana. Some users, interested in obtaining Spanish nationality under the Democratic Memory Law, expressed their frustration at the delays in processing their documents. They point out that the consular office's statement does not clarify whether appointments scheduled for upcoming dates will be canceled.

Ironically, one user asked if the credentials had been lost in the cyclone, even though it had not yet hit the island.

The consulate, for its part, has insisted that the possible worsening of the weather could affect its services. But it has not yet specified whether it will close in the coming days.

To this end, they recommend that users follow updates through their official social media channels and pay attention to any alerts that may be issued.