6.2 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Panama—What This Means for America’s Security and Border Integrity

On Monday, a significant 6.2 magnitude earthquake struck off the Pacific coast of Panama near its border with Costa Rica, shaking the Chiriquí province — an area already prone to seismic activity. While early reports indicate no immediate injuries or damage, this natural event should not be dismissed lightly given its implications for regional stability and, by extension, U.S. national security.The quake occurred approximately 130 miles south of Punta Burica at a shallow depth of six miles, intensifying its felt impact across western Panama. Local officials quickly confirmed there is no tsunami threat and no reports of infrastructure damage so...