First published 10/9/2026, 11:09:15 PM UTC · Last updated 10/9/2026, 11:09:15 PM UTC

A magnitude 7.7 earthquake shakes Panama

A magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck Panama at 12:56 local time, centered on the Azuero Peninsula in Herrera province. Building damage was reported in several provinces; authorities had not confirmed casualties as inspections continued.

Why it matters

Building damage was reported across several provinces, while authorities continued inspections and had not ruled out injuries or people trapped.

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Categories: severe-weather-and-natural-disasters

Generated scores

Scores are based on the cited reporting and use a 1–10 scale. Read the methodology.

Confidence: 6/10How certain the assessment is based on the clarity and evidence in the cited reporting.
Geographic reach: 3/10How widely the event reaches, from a local area (1) to worldwide impact (10).
Global importance: 3/10The event's broader significance, from limited importance (1) to major global importance (10).
Impact magnitude: 6/10The scale or severity of the real-world impact, from minor (1) to extreme (10).
Positivity: 2/10How harmful or beneficial the event is, from strongly harmful (1) to strongly positive (10).
Urgency: 6/10How time-sensitive the event is, from low urgency (1) to immediate attention needed (10).

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A magnitude 7.7 earthquake shakes Panama

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