The U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) reported a powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake that occurred in Panama at 17:56 Coordinated Universal Time. The epicenter was located approximately 12 km west-southwest of the populated area of Pitalosa Arriba, at coordinates 7.587° north latitude and 80.769° west longitude. The focal depth was approximately 12.65 km, indicating shallow placement and elevated potential for destructive consequences at the surface. According to the ShakeMap system, the maximum estimated shaking intensity reached VIII on the scale, corresponding to significant damage in the epicenter zone. The "Did You Feel It?" system, which collects eyewitness reports, recorded intensity up to V based on 17 received messages from residents. Assessment of potential damage and casualties using the PAGER system was still being processed at the time of publication. Panama's authorities and rescue services have begun assessing the consequences of the earthquake in the affected areas. Due to the significant magnitude and shallow focal depth, there is a risk of building and infrastructure damage near the epicenter, with possible aftershocks expected. Seismologists continue to monitor the situation and refine the event parameters.