Panama Canal Cuts Ships Amid Drought | Jamaica News

Starting Friday, the Panama Canal slashes daily ship traffic from 36 to 32 as a severe drought—exacerbated by El Niño—drives down water levels. To conserve water, ships must now sit higher, reducing draft by nearly half a meter. With rainfall deficits exceeding 35% and no relief in sight, this isn’t the first time El Niño has disrupted operations, but the impacts are growing: longer waits, higher shipping costs, and ripple effects across global supply chains—especially between Asia and the U.S. While long-term fixes like a new reservoir aren’t expected until 2031, the immediate crisis also threatens Panama’s own water supply for millions. Climate change is no longer a distant threat—it’s reshaping international trade right now. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/9826d49c33e86e83