El Niño News
Indonesia Holds Rain Prayer Amidst Wildfires
Thousands gathered in South Sumatra, Indonesia, for a special Islamic prayer for rain as widespread wildfires and peatland fires created choking haze. Authorities are also intensifying firefighting and weather modification efforts.
Indonesia Warns of Legal Action as Wildfire Haze Spreads
Indonesia is warning of legal action against those starting open fires as massive blazes on Borneo create a choking haze that has spread to Malaysia. Air quality has worsened, leading to school closures in Malaysia and affecting visibility and flights in Indonesia.
Panama Canal Cuts Ship Traffic Due to Drought
The Panama Canal will reduce daily ship transits from 36 to 32 starting in September due to lower rainfall caused by the El Niño phenomenon. Authorities announced the measure to manage the impact of the prolonged and potentially intense drought.
