7.7 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Off Panama, Triggers Tsunami Threat Across 9 Countries As US Embassy Warns Of Damaging Aftershocks | Video
Panama City: An earthquake of magnitude 7.7 struck off Panama on Friday night. The US Embassy in Panama warned of possible aftershocks and potential tsunami threats across nine countries in Central and South America. VIDEO | Panama: A 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Panama, shaking buildings in the capital and prompting evacuations. For use only in India (Source: AP/PTI) (Full video available on…
A magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck off the coast of Panama on Friday night, causing tremors across Panama City and prompting evacuations in the capital. The US Embassy in Panama issued a warning about potential aftershocks and tsunami threats for nine Central and South American countries. The earthquake's epicenter was located 206 kilometers southwest of Panama City at a depth of 10 kilometers.
No confirmed damage or casualties have been reported yet. US citizens in the affected areas were advised to stay away from damaged structures, monitor local emergency broadcasts, and move to higher ground if near the coast. The tsunami warning has since been lifted.
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Also reported by 2 other outlets
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- World : Strong 7.7 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Panama bernama.com
