A powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 7.6 struck near Panama, causing widespread concern and prompting tsunami warnings across several countries in the region. The U.S. Geological Survey reported the earthquake, with shaking felt strongly in various areas, including the capital. Although tsunami threats were issued, authorities confirmed that there was no risk to Hawaii or the West Coast. Meanwhile, another significant quake of magnitude 7.7 was reported, escalating fears of hazardous waves affecting nearby coastal regions.