Incident Details

The earthquake was centered six miles west-southwest of Pitaloza Arriba, at a depth of six miles, becoming the strongest to hit this part of Panama in over 35 years. Buildings shook as far away as Panama City and people have evacuated to the streets. The US Tsunami Warning Center has issued a warning across the Pacific coasts of Colombia, Costa Rica, Ecuador, El Salvador, Guatemala, Mexico, Panama, Peru, and Nicaragua. 

Traveler Safety

SafeAbroad travelers are advised to avoid the affected area, expect aftershocks, and stay out of damaged structures. Expect interruptions to roads, power, and medical services.