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This study evaluates the vulnerability of the Kosovo community, located in the corregimiento of Puerto Caimito, Panamá Oeste, to sea level rise due to climate change. Data on extreme events and soil-climate water balances projected for 2025, 2030, and 2050 were collected, complemented by exploratory interviews with residents to understand their perceptions of coastal risks. Additionally, field visits were conducted in affected communities, including Kosovo, San José, Punta Salazar, and Playa Grande. Analyses of exposure, vulnerability, and risk show that the community is highly exposed due to its physical-spatial location and limited adaptive capacity. The results highlight the need for risk management strategies tailored to local conditions and provide key information for planning mitigation and adaptation measures against sea level rise in coastal communities in Panama.
