A powerful 7.6-magnitude earthquake struck the southern coast of Panama, prompting tsunami warnings for multiple countries along the west coast of Central and South America. The USGS reported the event, and witnesses stated the tremor was felt strongly in Panama City.

Key facts

  • A 7.6-magnitude earthquake struck Panama.
  • The quake hit along Panama's southern coast, according to the US Geological Survey.
  • Tsunami warnings were triggered, with hazardous waves possible in Costa Rica, Ecuador, Peru, Nicaragua, Guatemala, El Salvador, and Mexico.
  • The tremor was felt strongly in Panama City.

Why it matters

It triggered tsunami warnings and potential hazardous waves across multiple countries in Central and South America.

The Guardian

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