The Panama Canal is anticipating the possibility that sometime in April 2016 draft restrictions may be imposed on transiting vessels.
The anticipation is based on the unusually dry rain season and weather forecasts and water consumption estimates for the upcoming months.

Read more in the below document.

Possible Draft Restrictions due to El Niño Phenomenon

The draft restricitons in the Panama Canal can be found in a previous Member Alert from August 2015.

Member Alert is published by The Swedish Club as a service to members. While the information is believed correct, the Club cannot assume responsibility for completeness or accuracy.