In Panama, the earthquake affected more than 6 thousand people

As a result of the earthquake in Panama, more than 6 thousand people were injured, while the victims were avoided. This information was announced by the President of the Republic Jose Raul Mulino, writes sb.by.

According to TASS, in his address to the nation, he said:

- So far, 1,744 houses have been examined, 6,174 people have been affected. This figure will be updated as it is verified.

Mulino noted that the destructive force of the tremors was great, experts continue to assess the extent of the damage. The government is already delivering food and drinking water, rebuilding roads and bridges, and providing electricity.

- I will not save the resources needed to get help and solutions to those who need them most.

According to him, the authorities will send materials for housing repairs and attract local contractors to build new houses for two and three rooms on projects of specialists of the national police.

Commenting on the false reports on the tsunami and the closure of the bridge of the Americas across the Panama Canal, he said:

- No such situations occurred, and these reports caused unnecessary anxiety and anxiety.

He also urged the public to trust only official reports and not spread false rumors. Panama survives more than 200 aftershocks after magnitude 7.7 quake

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