A confirmed death in Panama marks the first fatality following yesterday’s earthquake. The deceased was a woman from Macaracas. Initial reports indicate that over 13,000 people across Panama have been affected by the seismic event. Authorities confirm 879 families have lost their homes as a result of the tremor. Damage assessments are ongoing to determine the full extent of the destruction across the country. Emergency services are providing aid and support to those impacted, particularly in Macaracas and surrounding areas. The earthquake has prompted a national response to address the immediate needs of affected communities.