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Panama Canal Reduces Daily Ship Crossings Amid El Niño Drought

Authorities operating the Panama Canal have announced a reduction in daily vessel transits due to severe water shortages caused by the El Niño weather pattern. The restriction aims to conserve freshwater levels in Gatun Lake, which is critical for lock operations.

5 Sept, 00:09 — 5 Sept, 01:58
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