Powerful 7.7-Magnitude Earthquake Rocks Panama, Prompting Tsunami Warnings and Widespread Damage

10/10/2026

7.7-magnitude quake rocks Panama, triggers tsunami warning

10/10/2026

The quake, which had a preliminary magnitude of 7.7, was centered in the country’s southern region.

10/10/2026

The US Geological Survey revised its initial magnitude estimate of 8.0, locating the epicentre near Pitaloza Arriba in south-central Panama.

10/10/2026

Visibly shaken residents of Panama City gathered outside as they waited for news of the quake’s impact on Friday (October 9, 2026)

10/10/2026

Major earthquake destroys buildings, roads in Panama

10/10/2026

Tremors were felt in Panama City, where buildings shook and residents rushed outside for safety.

10/09/2026

A massive 7.7 magnitude earthquake shook Panama Friday, triggering tsunami warnings for several countries. Videos posted online show buildings crumbled and cars crushed. NBC News' Aaron Gilchrist...

10/09/2026

A 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.

10/09/2026

Two powerful 7.7 and 6.6 magnitude earthquakes and a series of aftershocks struck Panama on Friday afternoon, collapsing buildings near the epicentre and prompting evacuations across the country,...

10/09/2026

A powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake has struck Panama, collapsing buildings and prompting evacuations.

10/09/2026

Two powerful 7.7 and 6.6 magnitude earthquakes and a series of aftershocks struck Panama Friday afternoon, collapsing buildings near the epicenter and prompting evacuations across the country, the...

10/09/2026

Panama was struck by a powerful magnitude 7.7 earthquake followed by a 6.6 magnitude quake later in the day.