Reporting on climate, conservation, and ecological issues in Panama. We highlight scientific findings, policy responses, and community sustainability efforts.
Residents and authorities cleaned Palmas Bellas beach in Chagres, Colón, removing solid waste to protect the marine ecosystem and promote environmental awareness. The effort also encouraged visitors and locals to keep beaches free of trash.
El Valle de Antón will host Biofest 2026, Panama’s first Bird and Biodiversity Festival, centered at the El Valle Visitor Center. The program will include conferences, networking, and the Alada Medal for notable local community members.
IDAAN said the Pacora water plant is back to normal after a chlorine leak, with water quality meeting standards. The Pan-American Highway in the area has also reopened.
Water cooperation is set to be a key issue during the Israeli president’s visit to Panama on May 6. The meeting highlights the strategic importance of water for Panama and the Panama Canal.
Heavy rains in Panama have carried tons of trash into rivers, reviving concern over pollution and the country’s environmental management. Barriers have helped keep waste from reaching the sea, but the problem remains visible.
Scattered showers and thunderstorms are forecast for Panama’s Pacific side, with early-morning rain likely in maritime zones and isolated showers in several provinces. The wet pattern could affect travel and outdoor plans across multiple regions.
Environmental groups are urging President José Raúl Mulino to veto Panama’s Bill 544, warning that biodegradable foam could amount to a false solution. They argue the country should focus on cutting foam use at the source and expanding reusable alternatives.
At least 21 people were killed and 61 injured in an explosion at a fireworks plant in central China. The blast highlights ongoing industrial safety risks in a major global manufacturing hub.
Panama’s amended coastal protection law is drawing concern over the future of seagrass beds, which support fisheries, wildlife and climate resilience. The ecosystems are vital to the Caribbean coast and to the country’s blue carbon efforts.
A gas leak at the Centenario water treatment plant in Pacora forced the facility offline and prompted a closure of the Pan-American Highway. Emergency crews are stabilizing the site and assessing the operator.
Heavy weekend rains affected several parts of Panama, leading the Ministry of Public Works to begin dredging and clearing drainage channels in critical areas. The work is aimed at reducing flooding risks and improving stormwater flow.
Saneamiento Panamá will build a new interconnection shaft in San Francisco as part of the Río Matasnillo main collector project. The work will affect Vía España at Calle 74 Este.
Thousands in San Félix have been left without water after the San Félix River was diverted, prompting an investigation into a possible environmental crime. Local officials have unanimously rejected extraction activity in the river basin.
Panama’s weather agency extended a nationwide watch for rain and thunderstorms through May 7 as humid winds and atmospheric systems increase the risk of heavy showers and lightning. Officials warned of sudden river rises, strong gusts, and changing conditions throughout the country.
Panama’s weather agency has extended a rain and thunderstorm watch through May 7 as unstable conditions continue across the country. Officials are urging residents to stay alert and take precautions during heavy downpours.
A NASA aircraft will fly over Panama to study forests and biodiversity, collecting data on plant diversity and vegetation conditions. The mission adds to scientific efforts to monitor the health of the country’s tropical ecosystems.
Flooding has affected parts of Bocas del Toro after rain fell from Sunday afternoon, prompting Sinaproc to urge residents to stay alert. The province’s rainy conditions can quickly disrupt roads and daily life.
Panama has extended a preventive alert for rain and thunderstorms through May 7, 2026. The notice urges caution as rainy-season conditions continue across the country.
Panama’s Ministry of Environment has launched a 2026 reforestation program to restore degraded land and support environmental recovery. The effort ties conservation to biodiversity, watershed protection, and long-term land health.
A NASA airborne laboratory has arrived in Panama for a scientific mission involving Panamanian students, teachers, and researchers. The visit underscores cooperation in science, education, and international research.