Panama rocked by 2 powerful earthquakes and multiple aftershocks, prompting evacuations

Southern Panama was struck by two powerful earthquakes with magnitudes of 7.7 and 6.6 on Friday afternoon. These seismic events, followed by multiple aftershocks, caused buildings near the epicenter to collapse. In Panama City, the tremors prompted immediate evacuations, with residents gathering in public squares for safety. The series of shocks roiled the region, leading to significant structural damage and emergency responses as authorities managed the aftermath of the powerful geological activity across the country.