7.7-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Southern Panama

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The earthquake hit at a depth of about 12.6 kilometres, according to the U.S. Geological Survey. Authorities were assessing structural damage and possible aftershocks, while the apparent lack of major casualties or canal disruption reduced—but did not eliminate—the immediate regional and economic risk. The event remains developing because damage assessments and any tsunami threat could change as officials inspect affected areas.

Sources: Reuters, The Straits Times