Panama Struck by 7.6 Quake; Tsunami Warning Lifted

A 7.6 magnitude earthquake occurred near Pitaloza Arriba, Panama, prompting a tsunami threat warning for several surrounding countries which has since been canceled. Officials observed unusual sea level changes along Panama’s coast, with wave variations reported. The warning did not extend to the United States or Canada.

• A 7.6 magnitude earthquake struck near Pitaloza Arriba, Panama.
• A tsunami threat warning was issued for Mexico, Peru, El Salvador, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Colombia, Nicaragua, Panama, and Guatemala.
• The tsunami warning has since been lifted.
• Unusual sea drawdowns and wave variations were reported in Otoque and Isla Cañas, Panama.
• The warning did not include the United States or Canada.