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Strong 7.6 magnitude earthquake felt in Panama, Costa Rica, tsunami waves possible, USGS says

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A strong 7.6-magnitude earthquake struck near the southern coast of Panama on Friday, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. The seismic event was felt in both Panama and Costa Rica, prompting warnings regarding the potential for tsunami waves. Initial reports of the earthquake's intensity varied, with early estimates of an 8.0 magnitude later downgraded to 7.6.

The earthquake caused significant infrastructure disruptions in Panama. The country’s airport was closed as a precautionary measure, and the Naturgy power company reported electricity supply interruptions affecting six provinces across the nation.

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KSL (Salt Lake City, US) Highlights the initial higher magnitude estimate and subsequent revision
Jerusalem Post (Jerusalem, Israel) Focuses on infrastructure impacts and local service disruptions
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