Water shortages in Cuba are worsening as a severe shortage of fuel affects water treatment and distribution systems, according to multiple reports. The Independent and ABC News say that nearly 3 million people experience water shortages every day. Government officials cited in these reports attribute the fuel shortage to a U.S. energy blockade, framing the crisis as part of broader constraints on Cuba’s access to oil and related supplies. The reports describe ongoing disruptions rather than a one-time incident, indicating that the shortage is sustained and affecting daily life for large numbers of residents. The Winnipeg Free Press also reports on worsening shortages across the country linked to dwindling oil supplies, aligning with the broader accounts of the scale of the problem and the role of limited fuel. Together, the sources describe an ongoing situation in which reduced oil availability limits the operation of key infrastructure involved in providing running water to households and communities.