Magnitude 7.7 earthquake in Panama: buildings collapse in the centre of the country, tsunami alert lifted
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ChileSantiago is analyzing the Panamanian earthquake through the prism of tsunami risk: the SHOA alert for Easter Island, lifted in just over an hour, takes precedence over the damage report in Panama.
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AustraliaCanberra is gauging the Panamanian earthquake in terms of global trade: the Australian press is highlighting the spared canal and the USGS's estimated loss range of between 1% and 10% of Panama's GDP.
- Chile
National
the narrative highlights the tsunami alert for Easter Island rather than the damage in Panama.
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AustraliaCommercial
the narrative puts the state of the canal in the spotlight from the start, before the damage assessment in the affected provinces.
- Chile
Reliance on local witnesses
accounts from locals hold a significant place in the coverage.
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AustraliaReliance on agencies
the facts on the ground are based on testimonies and statements collected by AFP.