WorldPingPowerful magnitude 7.7 earthquake hits Panama, damaging buildings
Tsunami warnings are issued for neighbouring countries as videos of destruction circulate online.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by BBC News
Another earthquake in Panama after 7.6 magnitude quake that collapsed buildings — full report at Times of India.
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WorldPingTsunami warnings are issued for neighbouring countries as videos of destruction circulate online.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by BBC News
WorldPingThe quake caused buildings and roads to collapse but the country appeared to escape widespread destruction or deaths A magnitude 7.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by The Guardian
Visibly shaken residents of Panama City gathered outside as they waited for news of the quake’s impact on Friday (October 9, 2026)…
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by The Hindu
WorldPingA powerful earthquake struck Panama's southern coast Friday, prompting officials to investigate a possible tsunami threat after the USGS lowered its magnitude estimate from 8.0 to 7.7.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by Fox News
Panama was struck by a powerful magnitude 7.7 earthquake followed by a 6.6 magnitude quake later in the day.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by CBS News
Powerful 7.6 magnitude quake shakes Panama, triggering tsunami warning — full report at France 24.
Brief by WorldPing · Original reporting by France 24