The United Arab Emirates has officially extended its support to Panama in the wake of a massive 7.7-magnitude earthquake that struck the Central American nation this Friday. While authorities have confirmed no fatalities, the tremor caused widespread panic, structural collapses, and left at least 27 people injured. As the country reels from the impact, President Jose Raul Mulino has declared the event a major disaster, noting that critical infrastructure, including key roads, has been severely damaged. Emergency response efforts are currently underway, with the government working to reach isolated towns like Tonosi that have been completely cut off from land access.

Amidst the chaos, residents have faced terrifying scenes as skyscrapers shook and aftershocks continued to rattle the region. While the Panama Canal remains operational and the initial tsunami threat has been lifted, the country’s international airport was temporarily shut down as a precaution. International support is already mobilizing, with the U.S. and neighboring Latin American nations offering aid to assist in the recovery. As the education ministry suspends classes nationwide, the focus remains on damage assessment and ensuring the safety of those living in the most heavily affected provinces of Herrera, Cocle, and Los Santos.