Panama suffers over 200 aftershocks after Friday’s 7.7-magnitude earthquake
Damage to hundreds of homes and infrastructure across central provinces prompted the government to declare a national state of emergency.
A 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck central Panama, causing widespread damage and prompting the government to declare a national state of emergency. Over 200 aftershocks have been recorded, though their intensity is diminishing. Emergency officials reported at least 27 injuries and damage to nearly 900 homes across the country, though the figures may rise as assessments continue.
The US pledged $5 million in assistance and sent a team to aid in rescue operations and infrastructure evaluations. President Jose Raul Mulino visited affected areas to provide aid and called for repairs to roads and bridges. At least 14 bridges were damaged, and classes were suspended nationwide. The Panama Canal's shipping operations remained unaffected.
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