Sunday earthquake measured 6.6 – aftershocks likely

An earthquake of 6.6 magnitude on the Richter scale, 350 kilometers from the city of David, was recorded at 7.45 pm on Sunday, June 3.

No injuries or damage were reported says Arturo Alvarado, National Director of the  Civil Protection Agency (Sinaproc).

An earthquake of  magnitude 6 is classified as "noteworthy."
Alvarado said citizens should remain calm and  not be alarmed because after a strong earthquake aftershocks can be expected as they are necessary for the release of energy in the ground. "Panama is a seismic zone and must be prepared." he said, He pointed out that earthquakes cannot be predicted."