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Panama Canal May Cut Ship Traffic Further as El Niño Strengthens

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Panama Canal authorities warned they may further reduce ship transit numbers as a strengthening El Niño worsens the country's drought conditions. The warning comes amid already-reduced transit slots and draft limits implemented in recent weeks due to falling Gatun Lake water levels.

Panama Canal authorities warn of further ship traffic cuts as El Niño strengthens drought conditions
Panama Canal authorities warn of further ship traffic cuts as El Niño strengthens drought conditions — Al Jazeera