Major Earthquakes Shake Southern Panama

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1. 09-10-2026
   Powerful Earthquake Damages Buildings in Panama

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   A shallow, powerful earthquake struck south-central Panama near Pitaloza Arriba, with USGS estimates reported between magnitude 7.6 and 7.7 after an initial higher estimate. Strong shaking was felt across the country, including Panama City, and in parts of neighboring countries. …
2. 10-10-2026
   Powerful Earthquakes Strike Southern Panama

   5 articles

   Two major earthquakes, reported at magnitudes of 7.5–7.7 and 6.6, struck southern Panama on Friday, followed by dozens of aftershocks. The first, a shallow quake near Pitaloza Arriba in Herrera province, was felt in Panama City and neighboring Colombia, prompting evacuations and …