7.7‑magnitude quake in Panama temporarily shuts Tocumen Airport
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A magnitude‑7.7 earthquake struck Panama with its epicenter near Pitaloza Arriba in Herrera province, about 10 km from the town and 12.6 km deep, also reported near Los Santos, 150 km south of Panama City.
The quake injured 27 people and damaged more than 400 structures, including homes, schools, hospitals, churches, government buildings, bridges, roads, a small hotel and part of a cathedral in Penonomé.
Tocumen International Airport was closed temporarily, forcing flights to be diverted to other terminals.