Hurricanes Gustav and Ike tore through Cuba on August 30th and September 9th 2008 causing $5 billion in damages according to Cuban government estimates. Gustav's winds reached over 200 mph in Los Palacios, and rains from both storms caused sea swells and flooding throughout the island.

Over 3 million were evacuated, 444,000 homes suffered complete or partial roof collapses, and more than 63,000 residences were demolished. Schools, hospitals, water distribution, agriculture, and the electrical system received severe blows from the combination of wind, rain, and flooding. Downed trees, power lines, and swollen rivers cut towns off from the rest of the island. The provinces of Pinar del Río, Las Tunas, Holguin, Camaguey, and the Isle of Youth are the most affected

The Belfast trades council have responded by organising a fundraising night in support of the Cuban people. 
 
Please support the cuban people by attending the BELFAST TRADES COUNCIL Quiz night, Wednesday 11 March, La Boca Restaurant, Fountain Street, BELFAST 8.00pm, £5.00 per player, no restriction on team sizes. Prizes for the winning and losing teams. Come along and test your knowledge against the legendary quiz master Paddy Mackle. Join us for an intellectual night of fun!!!!
 
ALL PROCEEDS GO TO THE CUBAN HURRICANE FUND.