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Highway to Limón Open Again

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The slides occurred at Kilometer 31, just 10 kilometers east of the Zurquí Tunnel.

Most highways in Costa Rica are now reopened after heavy seasonal rains caused mudslides and other damage across the country. For an up-to-date listing of road conditions, see the Transportation Police Web site.

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