Guabancex

Guabancex is the goddess in Taíno mythology responsible for hurricanes and storms. She embodies the destructive power of nature’s fierce weather, symbolizing both the danger and the force of tropical storms. In their beliefs, she is a powerful spirit who can unleash storms that cause destruction but also bring necessary rain. Guabancex reflects the cultural understanding of natural disasters as both threatening and vital, emphasizing respect for nature’s power. Her role highlights the reverence the Taíno people had for the forces that shape their environment and influence their lives.