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Heavy rain in Panama caused flooding, landslides, falling trees and a structure collapse across several provinces. Sinaproc is searching for one missing person and urging residents to take precautions.
Heavy rain in Panama caused flooding, landslides, fallen trees and a structural collapse across several provinces. Sinaproc is searching for one missing person in Belisario Porras.
A wildfire in Garachiné destroyed about 220 hectares of tropical forest before crews and authorities extinguished it. The response used boats, vehicles, motorcycles, and manual firefighting tools.
Scattered rain and isolated storms are affecting parts of Panama this Saturday, with heavier showers expected in the afternoon and evening. Authorities are urging caution for flooding, slippery roads, and unsafe sea conditions.
Panama is expected to face showers and thunderstorms this Saturday, while sea conditions remain generally favorable with waves near 1.50 meters. The forecast points to a typical day of changing weather across the country.
Panama’s National Assembly approved Law 571, easing restrictions on interventions in coral reefs and seagrass beds. President José Raúl Mulino now must decide whether to sign or veto the measure.
Families took advantage of the May 1 holiday to visit Panama City’s Metropolitan Natural Park, one of the capital’s most important urban green spaces. The park remains a popular refuge for wildlife and a favorite destination for outdoor recreation.
Residents of Las Lomas in Chiriquí say they have gone more than two months without regular drinking water and are threatening protests if the service is not restored soon. The dispute highlights growing frustration over a basic utility failure affecting daily life.
Panama’s National Assembly approved a bill that eases long-standing protections for coral reefs and seagrass beds, shifting more discretion to the Ministry of Environment. Conservationists warn the change could expose key marine ecosystems to greater development pressure.
Idaan deputy director Luis Santanach resigned as Panama’s water crisis continues to strain communities in multiple provinces. His exit comes just as Antonio Tercero González begins leading the agency.
Residents, committee members, and environmental officials voiced concerns during an inspection of works in the upper Chiriquí Viejo River. The visit highlighted local fears about possible impacts on the river basin.
Rain and thunderstorms are forecast for Panama this weekend, with unsettled weather expected in the interior and the metropolitan area. The conditions could affect travel, outdoor plans, and daily routines.
Opposition to the proposed Río Indio dam is growing as rural communities raise concerns about land rights, identity, and the impact of canal-related development. The dispute has become a wider debate over infrastructure and the treatment of Panama’s countryside.
Panama is under an unstable weather pattern that will bring showers and thunderstorms, with temperatures staying relatively steady across both coasts. Highs are expected to range from 26 to 28 degrees in the Caribbean and 28 to 32 degrees in the Pacific.
Residents in Río Indio, Colón province, are opposing a proposed reservoir tied to the Panama Canal over fears of losing fertile land and livelihoods. Communities are also disputing resettlement figures and calling for alternative water solutions.
Residents of El Clavel in Arraiján say they have gone more than a month without drinking water, forcing families to spend extra money and alter daily routines. More than 120 households are affected, including elderly people and children.
Panama’s Agricultural Innovation Institute is testing marañón genetics in Coclé to see whether the crop can withstand fungal pressure and harsh field conditions. The research could help determine if the tree remains economically viable in the country.
Pandeportes confirmed that an inspection after heavy rains found no damage to the main structures of the Luis “Matador” Tejada high-performance center. The finding eases concerns about the condition of the sports facility.
Naturgy installed new LED streetlights at the access road to Aquilino Tejeira Hospital in Penonomé, improving nighttime visibility on a key route. The project is designed to benefit patients, staff, and nearby residents.
AAUD carried out a cleanup operation in Las Mañanitas while its administrator confirmed talks with Japan and South Korea over a solution for Cerro Patacón. The effort highlights Panama’s ongoing waste management challenges in the capital.