Tuesday, 19th March 2024
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Cuba: Massive fire at oil storage facility engulfs third tank

A deadly fire at Cuba's main oil terminal Matanzas is still burning days after one of its gas tanks was struck by lightning. Mexico and Venezuela have deployed teams to help contain the blaze.

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