The National Civil Protection System has recommended suspending permits for new real estate projects in San Miguelito and Panama, until the real impact of urban growth seen in the area has been determined.
Due to increased incidents such as landslides and floods in Condado del Rey and surrounding areas, Panama's National Civil Protection System (Sinaproc) has recommended that municipal authorities suspend permits for new developments until "a comprehensive analysis of the impact of new real estate projects" has been made.
The National Environmental Authority has ordered the suspension of works in the Barro Blanco hydroelectric project of 28 MW, which is being run by Generadora del Istmo SA.
From a statement issued by the National Environmental Authority (ANAM):
The National Environmental Authority has announced an order for cessation of work on the hydroelectric project Barro Blanco run by Generadora del Istmo S.A.