Natural Disaster Alert - U. S. Embassy Panama City, Panama (October 9, 2026)
Location: Approximately 14 kilometers (9 miles) southwest of Pitaloza Arriba in La Pitaloza, Panama
Event: A magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck in La Pitaloza, Panama, at 12:56 local time on October 9, 2026. Aftershocks capable of causing damage may occur. The U.S. Tsunami Warning System has issued potential tsunami threats for Costa Rica, El Salvador, Peru, Mexico, Guatemala, Panama, Nicaragua, Colombia and Ecuador. Strong and unusual currents and unpredictable surges may occur along the shore. U.S. citizens in the area should stay away from damaged structures and monitor local emergency broadcasts and official guidance for updates.
Actions to Take:
- Avoid damaged areas and do not enter damaged buildings.
- Stay away from the coast. If you are near the coast, move to higher ground.
- Follow official instructions from local authorities for recovery and assistance.
- Be ready for power and communication outages.
Assistance:
U.S. Embassy Panama City
+507-317-5000
State Department - Consular Affairs
888-407-4747 or 202-501-4444
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