Climate & Disaster Risk: Cuba is entering the highest-risk phase of August for cyclones, with meteorologists warning that the third and fourth weeks of the month (and early September) bring peak activity, and that El Niño is also raising odds of heat, drought, and even direct storm impacts. El Niño Watch: New warnings cite a high chance the current El Niño will strengthen and stay active into late 2026, with Cuba facing three linked vulnerabilities: summer drought and extreme heat, a potentially altered hurricane pattern, and a potentially dangerous winter. Solar + Health Mobility: In Guantánamo, 20 electric vehicles are now providing free transport for hemodialysis patients, tied to a broader push to expand services using photovoltaic energy and move charging toward solar. Water Infrastructure Cooperation: Namibia and Cuba are set to deepen technical cooperation on water harvesting and distribution, including canals and tunnels, using Cuba’s experience managing water across dams and networks. Waste Governance Claims: A new Cuban video alleges “garbage mafias” controlling landfill access by the value of waste streams, pointing to organized clans and risks for recyclers. Wildlife & Public Caution: Social media posts from Florida and Cuba highlight crocodile encounters, with one creator urging people not to keep such animals at home.