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SLV: Sequía - 08-2026 - Sequia Hidrologica - El Salvador (2026-08-26)
Summary by Christgiving Editorial Desk Cruz Roja Salvadoreña , as published by ReliefWeb
· August 27, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The area known as the dry corridor, which includes the departments of La Union, Usulutan, San Miguel, and Morazan, is expected to be affected.
A national meteorological and hydrological drought is forecasted. The area known as the dry corridor, which includes the departments of La Union, Usulutan, San Miguel, and Morazan, is expected to be affected. The Directorate General of Civil Protection has issued a red alert due to drought conditions nationwide.
The government is requesting international assistance. The affected area is preparing for the situation, with support from the national society. Distribution of non-food items and other forms of aid are being implemented.
Further details are available from the source.
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Category: disaster Published: August 27, 2026 Source: ReliefWeb Reading time: 1 min
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