Tsunami warnings across Latin America after 7.7 magnitude earthquake hits
Summary
A strong earthquake with a magnitude of 7.7 struck southern Panama, causing tsunami warnings across parts of Central and South America. People in Panama City felt the shaking, some buildings were damaged, and schools were closed as a safety measure.Key Facts
- The earthquake occurred about 10 km southwest of Pitaloza Arriba, Panama, near the Pacific coast.
- The US National Weather Service issued tsunami warnings for Panama, Colombia, Ecuador, Nicaragua, and Guatemala.
- Chile’s naval Hydrographic and Oceanographic Service also issued a tsunami warning.
- Residents in Panama City felt strong tremors, and some buildings experienced damage.
- Panama’s education ministry closed schools after the earthquake.
- Recent months have seen other significant earthquakes in the region, including deadly quakes in Venezuela and Colombia.
- Video footage showed a historic building’s tower collapsed and balconies fallen in the affected area.
- People were reported evacuating streets in Panama City out of fear and safety concerns.
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