Seismic alert: 7.6 magnitude earthquake reported in Panama
A powerful earthquake shook the Pacific region this Friday, triggering an immediate alert regarding the possibility of a tsunami that could affect various nations in Central and South America. The seismic movement, which was felt strongly in the Panamanian capital, has mobilized emergency agencies throughout the continent’s coastal zone.
According to information confirmed by the United States Geological Survey (USGS), the seismic event occurred at 12:56 p.m. (local time) with a magnitude of 7.6. The epicenter was located about 10 kilometers west-southwest of Pitaloza Arriba, registering at a depth of 10 kilometers.
Countries under surveillance for tsunami risk
Following the event, a preventive warning was issued covering the Pacific coasts of nine countries. Authorities are maintaining constant monitoring in the following territories:
- Panama
- Colombia
- Costa Rica
- Ecuador
- Peru
- Nicaragua
- Guatemala
- El Salvador
- Mexico
It is essential to understand that a tsunami warning indicates a possibility of dangerous maritime conditions, not necessarily a confirmed impact. The population in coastal areas is urged to remain attentive to the official channels of their respective governments and strictly follow the instructions of civil protection teams.
Alofoke Deportes
Although initial reports suggested that the risk of dangerous waves could manifest within three hours after the earthquake, so far there have been no confirmed impacts or the arrival of anomalous waves on the mentioned coasts. The situation remains under technical evaluation by the region’s seismology experts.
From Alofoke Deportes we call for calm and to avoid the spread of rumors, always prioritizing the information issued by government risk management agencies in each affected country.
