From The Straits Times · · 40s
Panama Earthquake Aftershocks
Panama faces over 200 aftershocks after 7.7-magnitude quake.
In brief
Panama faces over 200 aftershocks after 7.7-magnitude quake. Panama recorded more than 200 aftershocks following a 7.7-magnitude earthquake on Oct 9, with 27 injuries and nearly 900 homes damaged. Originally reported by The Straits Times.
Earthquake Impact
Panama recorded more than 200 aftershocks following a 7.7-magnitude earthquake on Oct 9.
Injuries and Damage
At least 27 people were injured and nearly 900 homes damaged across central provinces.
Emergency Response
Government declared national state of emergency to access up to $100 million in relief funds.
International Aid
US pledged $5 million and sent 20-member team for rescue operations and infrastructure assessments.
The one thing
Panama recorded more than 200 aftershocks following a 7.7-magnitude earthquake on Oct 9, with 27 injuries and nearly 900 homes damaged.
