Puerto Rico Morning BriefSunday, August 9, 2026

Puerto Rico has been experiencing drought conditions since May, with the scientific committee not yet activated to address the issue. The ongoing drought has had far-reaching effects, impacting various aspects of life on the island. The economic sector has been particularly affected, with businesses struggling due to uncertainty with basic services.

According to entrepreneur Jorge Colón Gerena, who operates over a hundred restaurants of successful franchises, this uncertainty is taking a toll on businesses, leaving them against the wall. In other news, Puerto Rico has made significant strides in athletics, winning 21 medals at the 2026 Central American and Caribbean Games. The island is also connecting with other nations through art, with an exhibition titled 'Imagining an Archipelago: Art from Cuba, Guam, the Philippines, Puerto Rico, and Their Diasporas' showcasing the experiences of these island nations.

Meanwhile, the government has decided not to use cloud seeding as a solution to alleviate the drought, despite exploring various methods to address the issue.