Powerful Earthquake Strikes Central America, Triggering Tsunami Warnings
A powerful earthquake struck Panama on Friday, triggering regional tsunami warnings across several Central and South American countries following major tremors.
A powerful earthquake struck Central America on Friday, shaking Panama and prompting regional tsunami warnings. According to witnesses and international seismological reports, a major tremor occurred along the southern coast of Panama.
Initial estimates of the magnitude varied across reports, ranging between 6.9 and 8.0, followed by a strong aftershock of magnitude 5.8 about half an hour later. Social media footage and local reports indicated potential structural impacts in areas such as Penonomé and Macaracas.
Following the seismic event, the United States tsunami warning system issued alerts regarding dangerous waves along the coasts of several countries. Nations including Costa Rica, Ecuador, Mexico, Peru, Nicaragua, Guatemala, Chile, and El Salvador were placed on advisory notice.