Map Shows Where Emergencies Declared Over El Niño Impact
Summary
Governments and regional authorities across the Americas have declared emergencies or raised alerts over expected El Niño-related drought, flooding, and other extreme weather in 2026–2027. Bolivia, Panama, and Colombia have taken national-level measures, citing risks to water supplies, agriculture, public services, and infrastructure.Key Facts
- Bolivia declared a national emergency on October 31 under Supreme Decree No. 5759.
- Bolivia cited existing drought in the Altiplano, Valleys, and Chaco, along with risks including frost, hail, wildfires, and flooding.
- Panama declared a national state of emergency on August 26, in effect until June 30, 2027.
- Panamanian officials said flooding had affected at least 15,643 people since the start of 2026, with more than 70 percent in Bocas del Toro and Colón.
- Panama warned that rainfall deficits could lower reservoir levels and affect agriculture, hydroelectric power, and Panama Canal operations.
- Colombia declared a national disaster situation for an initial 12 months under Decree 0802, starting July 23.
- When Colombia announced its measure, officials identified 558 municipalities as facing high or very high risk of drinking-water shortages, including 111 in the most critical conditions.
- The article also reports emergency measures or alerts in Peru, Ecuador, El Salvador, and parts of the United States, Brazil, and Argentina.
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