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UPDATED Aug 21, 2026 at 10:09 AM ET
Aug 20, 2026 at 8:16 PM ET

Panama Canal to cut ships passing due to El Niño

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The Panama Canal operator said it will reduce the number of ships transiting the waterway because low rainfall linked to El Niño has lowered water availability. The decision is intended to manage canal operations under drier conditions.
WHO: Panama Canal operator
WHAT: Reduced number of ships passing through the Panama Canal due to low rainfall from El Niño
WHEN: Reported Aug 21, 2026 at 2:46 AM ET
WHERE: Panama
WHY: Low rainfall caused by El Niño has reduced water availability for canal operations.
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