This Saturday, November 29, Sinaproc will continue with the evaluations in the area.
Safety Recommendations for the Public Given these conditions, SINAPROC has reiterated the following urgent recommendations for the population: – Avoid crossing rivers, streams and flooded areas. – Secure roofs and objects that may come loose. – Stay away from trees and unstable structures. – Disconnect electrical equipment during storms. – Have an emergency backpack ready. – Follow only official sources and report emergencies to 911.
SINAPROC is already reporting damage in the province of Bocas del Toro. In response to adverse weather conditions and the watch issued by the Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology of Panama (IMHPA), the Ministry of Environment (MiAmbiente) has announced the temporary closure of all trails in the Volcán Barú National Park, in the province of Chiriquí.
Currently, the following conditions are being recorded: winds exceeding 50 km/h, very low temperatures, and a high risk of falling trees. The closure applies to all trails in the park, including the popular Los Quetzales Trail, which was closed a few days ago due to fallen trees.
The Institute of Meteorology and Hydrology of Panama (IMHPA) has issued a watch for significant rainfall and electrical activity that will be in effect until 11:59 pm on Monday, December 1, 2025. Additionally, an assessment was carried out on a house affected by water intrusion in the Miller neighborhood sector in El Silencio de Changuinola, in the province of Bocas del Toro.
The decision aims to safeguard both residents and visitors. On Friday night, Sinaproc response personnel conducted an assessment in the community of Thebroma, Huraca sector, following heavy rains that caused flooding due to the overflowing of the Yorkín River, Finca 30.
