Iguazu Falls Dismantles Devil's Throat Walkways Due to El Niño
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The administration of Iguazu National Park in Argentina began dismantling the walkways of the Devil's Throat circuit on Monday, July 3. This preventive measure was taken to ensure the safety of visitors and workers and to protect the structure from potential damage. The decision follows meteorological projections indicating an increase in the flow of the Iguazu River and a higher risk of flooding.
The closure is a direct response to the El Niño phenomenon, which involves the abnormal warming of the equatorial Pacific Ocean waters. This climate pattern typically leads to above average rainfall and extreme weather events in the Southern region of the continent, particularly during the spring and early summer. According to one report, the sector is expected to remain closed for approximately 40 days, although a definitive date for the reassembly of the walkways has not been set.
While the Devil's Throat circuit is suspended, all other tourist areas and attractions within the park continue to operate normally. Technical teams are removing the flooring and protection railings to store them in a secure area at the train station.
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- The center lean outlet focused on the scientific explanation of El Niño and the general safety motivations for the closure.
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