More than 27,000 people have had their homes affected by the 7.5 magnitude earthquake that shook Panama

More than 27,000 people in Panama have suffered damage to their homes following a 7.5-magnitude earthquake that struck the country on October 9.

Authorities have reported one fatality resulting from the seismic event. Additionally, 27 people sustained injuries, with 17 of those injuries occurring specifically in the province of Coclé.