31 Jul 2015 / Panama, Panama Canal

Extremely low rainfall, possible change to maximum Canal draft

Due to the effects of the El Nino phenomenon, rainfall is currently extremely low in the Panama Canal. The Panama Canal Authority is monitoring the situation very closely and will advise if or when there is any change to the current maximum draft of 12.04 metres (39 feet 6 inches) Tropical Fresh Water. For information about operations in the Panama Canal contact GAC-Wilford & McKay at [email protected]

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