droughts

Panama Canal drought moves Maersk to start using land bridge for cargo

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Panama Canal drought moves Maersk to start using land bridge for cargo

A severe drought has led to water depth and weight restrictions on ships passing through the Panama Canal, and additional container surcharges imposed by ocean carriers on shippers for months. “Based on current and projected water levels in Gatun Lake, the Panama Canal Authority (ACP) has needed to make reductions to the amount and weight … Read more

Merryville evaucation: Wildfires force southwestern Louisiana town to evacuate amid extreme drought

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Merryville evaucation: Wildfires force southwestern Louisiana town to evacuate amid extreme drought

CNN  —  Louisiana has recorded an unprecedented 441 wildfires in August, forcing multiple southwestern towns to evacuate Thursday and the state to implement a burn ban. The state is experiencing severe heat and drought conditions. In an email to CNN, Louisiana Department of Agriculture and Forestry spokesperson Jennifer Finely said 441 fires have burned from … Read more