Panama: A 5.3-magnitude earthquake struck off Chiriqui province at approximately 23:58 on June 16.

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It happened

An earthquake measuring 5.3 on the Richter scale occurred in the North Pacific Ocean, west of Panama, at approximately 23:58. The epicenter was 69 kilometers (43 miles) south of Boca Chica, in Chiriqui County. The earthquake occurred at a depth of about 16 kilometers, and a weak tremor was probably felt throughout western Panama and parts of southern Costa Rica. There were no initial reports of damage or injuries as a result of the quake. It can take several hours for authorities to make comprehensive damage assessments, especially in remote areas. Aftershocks are likely in the coming days. The event prompted no tsunami warnings.

Officials may temporarily shut down transportation infrastructure in the earthquake area to check for damage. Minor disruptions may occur during closures, but service will likely resume quickly if no damage is found. Utilities outages are possible, particularly near the epicenter.

advice

Accordingly plan aftershocks. Consider evacuating multi-storey buildings if operating in affected areas until authorities confirm their structural integrity. Allow extra time for air and land travel, as aftershocks can create short turbulences. Look for updated road condition information before driving in the mountainous areas of the affected area due to possible landslides.

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