Tsunami warnings across Latin America after 7.7 magnitude earthquake hits
Author: aljazeera.comPublished on: October 9, 2026Country: Panama
Environment & Climate

A magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck southern Panama, triggering tsunami warnings across Central and South America, including Panama, Colombia, Ecuador, Nicaragua, and Guatemala. The US and Chilean authorities issued alerts, residents felt tremors, and evacuations took place in Panama City. Videos showed a historic building tower collapsing along with several balconies in Penonome. Panama’s education ministry ordered schools to close.
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