Green earthquake (Magnitude 5.5M, Depth:10km) in Panama 09/10/2026 18:22 UTC, Few people affected (in MMI>=VII).
On 10/9/2026 6:22:15 PM, an earthquake occurred in Panama potentially affecting Few people affected (in MMI>=VII). The earthquake had Magnitude 5.5M, Depth:10km.
A magnitude 5.5 earthquake occurred in Panama at a shallow depth of 10 kilometers. While the shaking was felt, it is considered a mild event and very few people are expected to be affected.
What is a earthquake? Earthquakes happen when large pieces of Earth's outer shell, called tectonic plates, suddenly slip past one another. This movement releases energy that travels through the ground as waves, causing the shaking we feel. Most earthquakes occur along fault lines where these giant plates meet and occasionally get stuck.
If you feel shaking, immediately Drop, Cover, and Hold On under a sturdy piece of furniture until the movement stops.
This is a machine-assembled event record, not an official warning. For emergencies follow your national meteorological service and local authorities.
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