In Santa Clara Beach, in the province of Coclé, strong waves and rip currents were reported, leading to the hoisting of a red flag, prohibiting bathers from entering. Similarly, authorities ordered the closure of Juan Hombrón Beach due to the high tide and the formation of dangerous currents, while at La Angosta Beach, a red flag was raised due to the presence of at least 25 bathers and about 150 people in the area. In this context, the Fire Department reported that during the last three days of Holy Week, 270 emergencies have been handled nationwide. Among the incidents, 115 involved Africanized bees, 41 were vegetation fires, 23 were health-related cases, and 12 were traffic accidents, as well as structural, vehicle, and garbage fires, one incident on a vessel, and emergencies involving gas leaks and fallen trees. Security authorities reiterated the call to the public to respect signs and warnings on beaches, especially during adverse weather conditions, to prevent incidents that endanger lives. The National System for Civil Protection (Sinaproc) reported this Saturday, April 4, the disappearance of a 70-year-old French citizen, who was reported missing after entering the sea in the morning in the district of Soná, Veraguas province, specifically in the Santa Catalina and El Estero beach area. Meanwhile, lifeguard and Institutional Protection Service (SPI) units rescued three minors in the La Ensenada area, in San Carlos, after they ignored the red flag warning about dangerous sea conditions. Likewise, in the Veracruz area, West Panama, two people were rescued after being at risk of being dragged out to sea by the tide. Adverse maritime conditions have also been felt in other parts of the country.
