This Article is From Jan 07, 2015

Earthquake Measuring 6.6 Magnitude Strikes South of Panama: US Geological Survey

Earthquake Measuring 6.6 Magnitude Strikes South of Panama: US Geological Survey

Map Showing Panama (in Box)

Sydney, Australia: A magnitude 6.6 earthquake struck off the west coast of Panama on Wednesday, about 261 kms (162.18 miles) south of the city of David, the US Geological Survey said.

No tsunami warning was issued for the area following the quake, which was initially registered at 6.8 but was later verified a slightly less powerful 6.6, according to the USGS and the Pacific Tsunami Warning Centre.

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