Powerful earthquake in Panama: 20 injured, 188 schools damaged

A powerful earthquake in Panama has left approximately 20 people with minor injuries and damaged hundreds of buildings in various parts of the country.

TodayPress TV reports, citing local media and authorities, that the information on the extent of the damage remains preliminary.

The National Civil Protection System has reported damage to approximately 200 facilities across several provinces.

The affected facilities include residential buildings, hospitals, churches, government institutions and hotels, as well as roads and bridges.

Panama’s Ministry of Education has reported that 188 educational institutions were damaged by the earthquake.

Giymat Mahir