Panama logs 746 aftershocks after M7.5 quake; scientists probe coastal shifts

A magnitude 7.5 earthquake struck Panama on Oct. 9, followed by 746 aftershocks, prompting scientific investigation into coastal changes and possible fault movements. The event is part of ongoing seismic activity in the region; the extent of damage and long-term geological implications remain uncertain. This matters for regional infrastructure resilience and seismic hazard assessment.