New Delhi, Oct. 13 -- An earthquake of magnitude 6 struck Panama on Monday, according to the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC), days after a powerful magnitude 7.7 quake hit the country.

The latest tremor occurred at a depth of 35 kilometres (22 miles), the EMSC said. It came as Panama continued to deal with the aftermath of Friday's major earthquake, which damaged homes and infrastructure across several central provinces.

The magnitude 6 earthquake added to concerns in Panama following Friday's devastating tremor. The country has recorded more than 300 aftershocks since the magnitude 7.7 earthquake, as authorities continue to assess the damage and monitor seismic activity.

Further details about the latest earthquake, ...