Three days without a road, more than 200 aftershocks and a 'miracle': this is how Cañas survives the worst earthquake in Panama in decades

A magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck Panama on Friday, triggering over 300 aftershocks and causing widespread damage to more than 2,000 structures. The seismic event has impacted both remote coastal communities and historical sites, including churches, museums, and libraries across the country.

In the coastal town of Cañas, residents remained isolated for three days due to blocked roads, necessitating emergency aerial deliveries of food and water. Meanwhile, national authorities are currently conducting assessments to determine the full extent of the damage to Panama's cultural and architectural heritage.