Panama Earthquake: Powerful 7.6-Magnitude Quake Triggers Tsunami Alert Across Pacific Coast | CNN

A powerful earthquake struck southern Panama on October 9, prompting evacuations and tsunami alerts across parts of Central and South America. The US Geological Survey initially reported varying estimates as the event was reviewed, with the quake measured at around magnitude 7.6–7.7 in subsequent reports. The shallow earthquake was centred near Pitaloza Arriba in Panama’s Herrera province and was felt in Panama City and neighbouring areas. Authorities issued tsunami alerts for several Pacific coastal regions. Reports also described evacuations and damage in parts of central Panama, while the Panama Canal Authority said canal operations remained normal. What caused the powerful tremor? Which coastal areas faced tsunami threats, and what is known about the damage and aftershocks? #PanamaEarthquake #Earthquake #TsunamiAlert #Panama #Magnitude76 #SeismicActivity #NaturalDisaster #PacificCoast #BreakingNews #EarthquakeNews CNN TV CNN-News18 is your trusted source for breaking news, updates, and in-depth analysis from around the world. CNN-News18 is dedicated to bringing you the latest news, trends, and insights, helping you stay informed and up-to-date. Subscribe Now and join our community of informed and engaged viewers. Follow Every Breaking Story LIVE 🔴 Watch News18 LIVE 24x7: https://youtube.com/live/rfDx1HMvXbQ Follow us on Google: news18.co/cn18g Follow CNN News18 on X: https://x.com/CNNnews18 Follow CNN News18 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/cnnnews18/ Follow CNN News18 on Facebook: facebook.com/cnnnews18 #GetCloserToTheNews with latest headlines on politics, sports and entertainment on news18.com News18 Mobile App - https://onelink.to/desc-youtube