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world3 days ago•407 min saved

Panama Hit by 7.7 Earthquake, Triggering Tsunami Warnings and Building Collapses

A 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck southern Panama on October 9, 2026, followed by a 6.6-magnitude aftershock and over 45 smaller tremors. The quake caused building collapses in central provinces, triggered tsunami warnings across the Pacific and Atlantic coasts, and led to evacuations in Panama City. No fatalities were immediately reported, but significant structural damage was confirmed, and the USGS estimated potential economic losses could reach 10% of Panama's GDP.

via NBC News|

#central-america #earthquake #infrastructure-damage

world-news1 month ago•129 min saved

Shift in deportations: Mexicans sent to Guatemala and Honduras under U.S. third-country deals

AP reports a rise in third-country deportations, with more than 2,300 Mexicans sent from the U.S. to Guatemala and Honduras as part of a broader policy, plus transfers to Costa Rica and other countries. Mexico has received thousands of deported foreigners (primarily Cubans and Venezuelans), while Honduras and Guatemala have logged dozens to hundreds of Mexican deportees (e.g., 82 to Honduras in mid‑August; 165 more May–July; Guatemala 15 in 2025; Costa Rica 11). Rights groups warn the tactic pressures asylum seekers and may circumvent U.S. court orders, labeling it a legal loophole used by the administration.

via AP News|

#central-america #deportations #immigration

world2 months ago•115 min saved

Guatemala reels from Fuego eruption as evacuations unfold in photo gallery

A eruption of the Fuego volcano in Guatemala prompted evacuations of nearby communities, with a photo gallery capturing ash plumes, displaced residents, and ongoing concerns about further activity and safety.

via AP News|

#central-america #guatemala #photo-galleries

world-news2 months ago•117 min saved

Drought forces emergency water rationing in Puerto Rico

As drought worsens, Puerto Rico imposes emergency water rationing to conserve dwindling supplies and ensure essential needs are met.

via AP News|

#central-america #climate #droughts

sports11 months ago•5 min saved

USA, Mexico, Costa Rica, and Jamaica Launch Joint Bid to Host 2031 Women's World Cup

The U.S. Soccer Federation, Mexico, Costa Rica, and Jamaica have launched a joint bid to host the 2031 FIFA Women’s World Cup, aiming to create the largest and most impactful tournament in history across North America, Central America, and the Caribbean, with a focus on inspiring future generations and growing women’s football globally.

via US Soccer|

#caribbean #central-america #fifa-womens-world-cup-2031

world1 year ago•1 min saved

ICE Raids Upstate NY Factory, Detains Dozens Amidst Disruption and Protests

Following a large immigration raid at a Cato protein bar factory in Upstate New York, approximately a dozen workers were swiftly deported to Guatemala within 72 hours, highlighting rapid and seemingly unbureaucratic immigration enforcement actions.

via Syracuse.com|

#central-america #deportation #factory-workers

immigration1 year ago•3 min saved

Appeals Court Permits Ending of Deportation Protections for Thousands of Immigrants

A U.S. appeals court temporarily halted the Trump administration's efforts to end Temporary Protected Status for 60,000 migrants from Central America and Nepal, allowing protections to remain while legal challenges proceed. The case highlights ongoing disputes over immigration policies and the use of TPS as a form of legal protection for long-term residents from unsafe conditions in their home countries.

via PBS|

#central-america #court-ruling #dhs

science-and-environment1 year ago•11 min saved

The Great Wall's Unexpected Battle Against the 'Man Devourer'

The new world screw worm, a parasitic fly that lays eggs in the wounds of warm-blooded animals, is resurging in Central America, threatening livestock and human health. Despite decades of eradication efforts using sterile male flies, the pest has reappeared in countries like Costa Rica and Panama, prompting calls for more advanced genetic solutions like gene drives. Factors such as climate change, deforestation, and migration may be contributing to the screw worm's comeback, challenging scientists and farmers to find effective control measures.

via The Telegraph|

#central-america #eradication #gene-drive

health2 years ago•1 min saved

Honduras Declares Health Emergency Amid Peak Dengue Season

Honduras has declared a national health emergency due to a significant rise in dengue cases, with 23,037 suspected cases reported in the first 20 weeks of the year. The government is implementing prevention and control measures to manage the outbreak, as Central America and the Caribbean enter their peak dengue seasons. The Pan American Health Organization and the World Health Organization recommend countries prepare for increased dengue cases to ensure adequate clinical management and prevent healthcare system saturation.

via CNN|

#central-america #dengue #health

health2 years ago•1 min saved

Central America and Caribbean Ramp Up Dengue Prevention Amid Surge

Central American countries, including Guatemala, Honduras, and Panama, have declared states of emergency due to a significant rise in dengue cases, resulting in at least 35 deaths this year. The surge is attributed to climate change and the El Niño phenomenon, with authorities conducting extensive fumigations to combat the spread of the disease.

via The Tico Times|

#central-america #climate-change #dengue

science2 years ago•4 min saved

Brutal Heat Causes Howler Monkeys to Fall Dead from Trees in Mexico

A 'heat dome' over the southern Gulf of Mexico and northern Central America has caused extreme temperatures in Mexico, Central America, and parts of the U.S. South, straining energy grids and leading to wildlife deaths. The heat wave, exacerbated by climate change, is raising concerns about the upcoming Atlantic hurricane season. The situation is dire in Mexico, with record temperatures, water shortages, and power blackouts. Nearby nations are also experiencing unusually high temperatures.

via PBS NewsHour|

#central-america #climate-change #extreme-weather

environment2 years ago•4 min saved

"Extreme Heat Causes Howler Monkeys to Drop Dead in Mexico"

A 'heat dome' over the southern Gulf of Mexico and northern Central America has caused extreme temperatures in Mexico, Central America, and the U.S. South, straining energy grids and leading to wildlife deaths. The heat wave, exacerbated by climate change, has resulted in record temperatures, power outages, and water shortages, with significant impacts on both human and animal populations. The situation raises concerns about the upcoming Atlantic hurricane season and the ongoing transition from El Nino to La Nina.

via The Hill|

#central-america #environment #extreme-weather

environment2 years ago•4 min saved

"Extreme Heat in Mexico Causes Howler Monkeys to Drop Dead from Trees"

A 'heat dome' has caused extreme temperatures in Mexico, Central America, and the U.S. South, straining energy grids and leading to wildlife deaths. The high-pressure system has blocked cloud formation, resulting in extensive sunshine and heat. This event, exacerbated by climate change, raises concerns about the upcoming Atlantic hurricane season. The heat wave has led to power outages, water shortages, and increased mortality among animals, with Mexico experiencing record temperatures and severe impacts on its population and infrastructure.

via The Associated Press|

#central-america #climate-change #environment

immigration2 years ago•4 min saved

"1,500-strong Migrant Caravan Heads North Toward US Southern Border"

A new migrant caravan of about 1,500 people, mainly from Central and South America, is making its way towards the US southern border from southern Mexico, with many citing economic hardship and political instability in their home countries as reasons for seeking a better life in the United States. This comes as US officials are pressuring Mexico to do more to control the flow of migrants, and as more migrants are finding ways to unlawfully enter the US, such as a recent group that stormed a beach in California.

via Daily Mail|

#border-control #central-america #immigration

world-news2 years ago•2 min saved

"Migrant Caravan Dissolves in Guatemala on Route to US"

A caravan of around 500 migrants from Honduras aiming to reach the United States dissolved after crossing into Guatemala, with some continuing and others returning to Honduras. The migrants were processed by Guatemalan migration officials, with priority given to minors and those with documents. Caravans from Honduras have been rare since 2022, with most migrants traveling in smaller groups due to increased pressure from the U.S. and Central American governments to halt northward migration.

via The Associated Press|

#central-america #guatemala #honduras