El Niño triggers Panama emergency

The article shows that the phenomenon of El Niño has led to severe drought waves in Central America, prompting Panama, Honduras, and El Salvador to declare states of emergency to address its impacts. The phenomenon has caused a reduction in navigation through the Panama Canal, destroyed agricultural crops, and raised concerns over potential famines. The three countries recorded unprecedented temperatures during June and July, increasing the likelihood of a food crisis. In contrast, Peru declared a state of emergency in one-third of its cities due to rising temperatures and heavy rains linked to El Niño, which are also affecting agricultural production. The phenomenon occurs when sea surface temperatures in the Pacific Ocean rise, leading to fundamental changes in weather patterns and winds worldwide. It is a natural occurrence that repeats approximately every 2 to 7 years.

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