Magnitude 6.1 earthquake — Río Grande, Panama
A magnitude 6.1 earthquake struck near Río Grande, Panama at a depth of about 10 km. Details, shaking intensity and any tsunami information are on the USGS event page.
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Río Grande is a location in Panama, a Central American country that lies between North and South America. Panama sits in a seismically active region where the Earth's tectonic plates meet and shift. A magnitude 6.1 earthquake is considered strong and can cause substantial damage to buildings and infrastructure, particularly if the epicentre is near populated areas.
Panama is home to the Panama Canal, one of the world's most vital trade routes, as well as several major population centres. The country experiences frequent earthquakes because of its position on the boundary between major tectonic plates. Seismic activity in the region is closely monitored to assess potential threats to residents and critical infrastructure.