A person died in a tanker truck explosion in Panama.

On the afternoon of April 6, local time, a tanker truck exploded near the Americas Bridge in Panama City, the capital of Panama, resulting in one death and multiple injuries. According to the local fire department, a privately owned tanker truck exploded and caught fire under the bridge, causing an emergency situation. The affected section of the road was temporarily closed. The fire is now under control, and the scene is still undergoing cooling treatment. The cause of the accident and the source of the fire are still under investigation. Prosecutors have also intervened. Relevant departments have urged the public to follow official guidance and avoid entering the incident area until the relevant assessments are completed.