Reporting on climate, conservation, and ecological issues in Panama. We highlight scientific findings, policy responses, and community sustainability efforts.
The deaths of two students in Ngäbe-Buglé have intensified scrutiny of dangerous river crossings that threaten children on the way to school. The tragedy has renewed pressure on Panama to deliver safe infrastructure in remote communities.
The “Agua en Tu Aula” program has benefited 40 educational centers in Panama, including the El Congo school in Chagres. The effort brings together the U.S. Embassy, Southern Command, and partner organizations.
River flows in Coclé have fallen in the Grande, Chico and Antón basins, prompting concern about water supply as demand remains high. The decline is linked to climate conditions that are increasing evaporation and reducing available water.
A sewage treatment plant near Ciudad del Futuro has raised alarm over its deteriorating condition. The case highlights the pressure on Panama’s urban infrastructure as residential areas expand.
Panama’s Environment Ministry has begun rehabilitation work at Coiba National Park and restricted visitor access during the project. The move is aimed at preserving one of the country’s key heritage and conservation sites.
Panama City will plant 500 seedlings along the Tocumen Airport boulevard for Earth Day, adding shade and greener landscaping to a major corridor. The project is part of the capital district’s broader reforestation plan.
Panama is under two weather alerts as high temperatures and fire risk increase, while rain is expected in some parts of the country. The mixed forecast underscores the need for caution across different regions.
Panama’s fire service handled 461 emergencies over the weekend, including 126 vegetation fires. The figures underscore the strain on crews during periods of heightened fire risk.
A magnitude 7.7 offshore earthquake off northern Japan triggered a brief tsunami alert and a warning that the risk of a larger quake may be slightly higher. Japan’s alert systems again underscored the country’s constant vulnerability to major seismic events.
Panama’s golden frog remains one of the country’s most recognizable symbols as conservationists work to protect a species tied to fragile amphibian habitats. The animal has become a public face for the broader fight to preserve Panama’s biodiversity.
Panama’s weather authority is maintaining an alert for fire spread and high UV radiation in Chiriquí, Veraguas, the central provinces, Panamá Oeste, and comarcal areas. The warning highlights increased risks for both public safety and health.
MiAmbiente is backing a sustainable tourism strategy in the Ngäbe-Buglé Comarca that also includes training on women’s rights. The initiative aims to support local development while protecting the environment and strengthening community participation.
SINAPROC has warned of elevated temperatures and potentially extreme radiation levels across Panama. Residents are being urged to take precautions against heat exposure and dehydration.
Panama’s Environment Ministry identified serious failures in wastewater treatment plants in Arraiján, including one in Villas de la Pradera linked to a project near Ciudad Futuro. The case highlights growing concerns over whether infrastructure is keeping pace with urban expansion in Panama Oeste.
Panama’s Meteorology and Hydrology Institute issued a fire watch alert after a rise in hotspots across multiple provinces and regions. The warning covers areas from Los Santos and Coclé to Darién and Bocas del Toro.
Panama’s meteorology and hydrology institute has issued a fire watch advisory through April 23 after a rise in hotspots across the Pacific region. Residents in multiple provinces are being urged to avoid burning and report fires quickly.
Panama Bay cleanup efforts and a proposed tunnel under the canal highlight ideas for new recreational space in Panama City. Both projects point to stronger public access to the capital’s waterfront and canal area.
Panama City’s Panama Bay cleanup has stretched for 25 years, reviving questions about when swimming may return to the waterfront. Interest is also building around a proposed tunnel under the Panama Canal for walking and biking.
Panama is set for isolated showers, intense heat and high solar radiation, with temperatures reaching up to 37 degrees in much of the country. The Central Mountain Range will stay cooler, with highs between 19 and 24 degrees.
A major fire destroyed more than 200 homes in Kampung Bahagia, a floating village in Malaysia’s Sabah state. The blaze highlights the vulnerability of dense waterfront communities to fast-moving disasters.