Panama struck by magnitude 7.7 earthquake, U.S. Geological Survey says
Summary
A strong earthquake with a magnitude of 7.7 hit Panama near the southern tip of the country. The quake caused buildings to shake in Panama City and led to evacuations. Authorities warned about the risk of a tsunami near Panama and Ecuador.Key Facts
- The earthquake occurred on a Friday morning.
- Its center was about 9 miles southwest of Pitaloza Arriba, a remote community in Panama.
- Buildings shook in Panama City, causing people to leave buildings and gather outside.
- The U.S. Geological Survey reported the earthquake’s strength as magnitude 7.7.
- The U.S. National Tsunami Warning Center issued a tsunami threat for Panama and Ecuador.
- The quake was strong enough to be felt across a wide area in Panama.
- Emergency responses and evacuations took place immediately after the quake.
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