Moderate 4.3 Magnitude Earthquake Reported in North Pacific Ocean Near Panama
A moderate magnitude 4.3 earthquake was reported in the North Pacific Ocean, 79 km southwest of Santiago, Provincia de Veraguas, Panama.
Panama City, FL, November 13, 2026 — A moderate earthquake, registering a magnitude of 4.3, was recorded in the North Pacific Ocean. The seismic event’s epicenter was located approximately 79 kilometers southwest of Santiago, a city within the Provincia de Veraguas in Panama. The specific time of the earthquake was not immediately available.
The United States Geological Survey (USGS) typically monitors seismic activity globally, reporting on earthquakes as they occur. This particular event falls into the category of a moderate earthquake, which can sometimes be felt by residents in nearby areas but is less likely to cause widespread significant damage compared to larger seismic events. The location, offshore in the Pacific Ocean, may influence the extent to which the tremor was felt on land.
Santiago is the capital of the Provincia de Veraguas, a region located in the central part of Panama. Panama experiences seismic activity due to its location on the Pacific Ring of Fire, a horseshoe-shaped zone of intense seismic and volcanic activity that surrounds the Pacific Ocean basin. The country’s geological setting makes it susceptible to earthquakes originating from various fault lines and tectonic plate boundaries.
Further details regarding the depth of the earthquake, the specific geological fault involved, or any potential impacts on nearby coastal communities were not immediately provided. Monitoring agencies continue to assess seismic data to provide more comprehensive information following such events. Information regarding any notifications or advisories issued by Panamanian authorities was not detailed in the initial report.
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