Panamanian specialists are urging a review of the country’s building design and construction regulations following the magnitude 7.5 earthquake on October 9, which marked a turning point in how the country views structural safety. The debate centers on strengthening codes for both new buildings and home renovations.
Amador García, a 20-year caretaker of the San Isidro parish in Soná, Veraguas, survived two hours trapped under the collapsed church tower following the 7.5 magnitude earthquake that struck Panama on October 9.
Panama is set to announce new fuel prices this week, with energy experts pointing to the Middle East conflict as a key driver of global oil market volatility affecting local pump prices.
Veraguas United and Unión Coclé meet in the final match of LPF matchday 13, a provincial clash with playoff implications as Panama’s top flight nears the decisive stretch of the season.
