NewzA magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck southeastern Panama on Friday, with its epicenter located 12 kilometers from the town of Tonosí at a depth of 10 kilometers. The seismic event caused structural damage to buildings and roads in the vicinity and triggered a tsunami alert. The tremors were felt across a wide area, including parts of Costa Rica, with residents distant from the epicenter reporting that the shaking lasted for several seconds.
Following the initial earthquake, the region experienced intense seismic activity, with over a dozen aftershocks reported in the subsequent hours. Several of these secondary tremors registered magnitudes of 5.0 or higher. In response to the disaster, international neighbors, including El Salvador, have expressed solidarity with the Panamanian government and its citizens, offering support for the safety and well-being of those affected.
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