Powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake strikes Panama and triggers panic in capital
The US Geological Survey (USGS) said the earthquake hit at a depth of 12.6km (7.8 miles), with an epicenter in a sparsely populated area about 200km (124…
According to The Guardian, the US Geological Survey (USGS) said the earthquake hit at a depth of 12.6km (7.8 miles), with an epicenter in a sparsely populated area about 200km (124 miles) from the capital, Panama City.
This world story centres on the United States. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Panama City, Panama and US Geological Survey.
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