Severe flooding in the west of Panama

There is severe flooding in the west of Panama (provinces of Bocas del Torro, and Chiriqui). A state of emergency has been declared. Various roads and bridges have been washed away from torrential rain, swollen rivers and subsequent landslides. Thousands of people are displaced or affected and there have been 4 reported deaths. Visitors should exercise caution and seek advice from the local authorities and tour operators if they are planning to travel to this area.