Panama and El Salvador declare emergency over El Nino-fuelled drought
Summary
Panama and El Salvador have declared emergencies due to a severe drought caused by the El Nino weather pattern. This drought has damaged crops, raised temperatures to record levels, and forced the Panama Canal to reduce ship traffic.Key Facts
- Panama and El Salvador joined Honduras in declaring emergencies over the El Nino drought.
- El Nino causes warmer ocean temperatures in the Pacific, affecting global weather and rainfall.
- The drought led Panama to cut shipping through the Panama Canal because water levels are low.
- El Salvador declared a red alert to prepare for drought effects on farming and communities.
- All three countries set new monthly temperature records in June and July, increasing famine risks.
- The drought has destroyed crops, especially in areas lacking irrigation systems.
- Peru also declared a state of emergency due to flooding and heat from El Nino.
- Central America’s "Dry Corridor" area is especially vulnerable to these extreme weather changes.
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