CONFIDENTIAL   FILE No. F-Z6WAV1T0H7   ·   2026-08-28 22:29:16   ·   OPERATOR: CIVILIAN

Travel Risk Calculator — Field Briefing

Mode: trip_planning
Place: Panama City, Panama
Travel method: plane  |  Arrival: —

I. Composite Threat

36/100 — MODERATE

Travel with caution.

III. Trip Readiness

0/100 — Poorly Prepared

IV. Top Risk Drivers

• Magnitude 7.7 Earthquake and Aftershocks (high) — A magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck central Panama with over 100 aftershocks affecting infrastructure in provinces such as Veraguas, Coclé, Los Santos, and Herrera. → Maintain distance from compromised buildings and follow official civil protection directives in affected areas.
• Capital Malaria Cluster (medium) — Authorities have detected 34 malaria cases near a city market in the capital region. → Use insect repellent and mosquito nets, and consult a travel medicine professional regarding appropriate prophylaxis.
• Government advisory (medium) — Official advisories indicate caution. → Read your foreign-ministry advisory before travel.
• Money safety (medium) — Card skimming, ATM fraud, or counterfeit-cash patterns. → Use bank-lobby ATMs in daytime; carry a backup card.
• No airport transfer planned (medium) — Unsolicited taxis are a recurring scam vector at major airports. → Pre-book an official transfer or use a verified rideshare app.
• No travel insurance (medium) — Out-of-pocket costs after illness or theft can be significant. → Purchase coverage that includes medical, evacuation, and theft.

V. Threat Vectors

VI. Executive Summary

Panama City and central regions are managing recovery following a 7.7 magnitude earthquake and ongoing aftershocks. Health authorities have also identified local malaria cases near a capital city market, while official advisories remain at Level 2.

VII. Predict / Protect / Rescue / Restore

Predict

• Check the official foreign-ministry travel advisory for your destination.
• Check official health notices (WHO/CDC equivalent) for outbreaks.
• Check the local weather forecast for the next 72 hours.
• Check transport disruption notices (rail/strikes/airport delays).
• Check airport status, immigration queues, and any transit-visa requirements.
• Re-check road and route conditions in the 24 hours before movement.

Protect

• Pre-book verified transport and avoid unsolicited drivers at hubs.
• Avoid late-night movement in unfamiliar areas.
• Keep digital and paper copies of your documents in two places.
• Use front-facing bags in crowded areas; do not place valuables in back pockets.
• Use ATMs inside banks during daylight hours; cover the keypad.

Rescue

• Save local emergency numbers (police, ambulance, fire, general 112/911).
• Identify the nearest hospital or clinic and how to reach it.
• Carry a backup payment card stored separately from your main wallet.
• Know the address of your country’s embassy or consulate.

Restore

• After return, monitor symptoms (especially fever, GI, respiratory) for 14 days.
• Replace any lost or expiring documents promptly.
• Report any theft or fraud to your bank and local authorities.
• Review your insurance claim needs while details are fresh.
• Update your travel checklist for next time.
• Build in a rest day after long or stressful travel.

VIII. Emergency Numbers

IX. Personalized Checklist

• ☐ Verify passport validity (often must exceed travel dates by 6 months).
• ☐ Confirm vaccines and any required health certificates.
• ☐ Purchase travel insurance and bring written proof.
• ☐ Save emergency numbers and embassy/consulate contacts.
• ☐ Confirm accommodation in writing.
• ☐ Pre-book the airport transfer or first transit.
• ☐ Pack medication with a doctor's note for controlled substances.
• ☐ Set up a backup payment method stored separately.
• ☐ Download offline maps for your destination.
• ☐ Share your itinerary with a trusted contact.

X. Disclaimer

Travel Risk Calculator provides estimated travel-threat information for preparation purposes only. It does not replace official advisories, medical advice, emergency alerts, immigration rules, insurance advice, police guidance, embassy information, or professional security consultation.

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