No menu items!

COSTA RICA'S LEADING ENGLISH LANGUAGE NEWSPAPER

HomeVolcanoes

Volcanoes

Rincón de la Vieja Volcano increasing in activity, authorities say

Still, Costa Rica's National Emergency Commission (CNE) is warning that a change in the volcano's condition could occur at any time.

Rincón de la Vieja registers overnight eruption

Rincón de la Vieja erupted early Sunday morning, sending volcanic rock into nearby rivers.

Costa Rica announces increased security measures for active volcanoes

Despite additional security measures, CNE said Poás Volcano may temporarily close to the public at times in 2019.

Experts document presence of lava in two Costa Rican volcanoes

Volcanologists said the formation of a lava lake is obvious proof of the rise of magma to the surface.

President Solís tours Poás Volcano region following strong explosion

An explosion on Saturday night hurled incandescent rocks and gases that damaged a Poás National Park’s office and also solar panels, a tower and a webcam from OVSICORI.

Tourism Chamber: Please support businesses outside Poás safety perimeter

The National Tourism Chamber asked tourists not to neglect the Poás area altogether, where businesses have been hard hit, many located outside of the security perimeter.
Costa Rica Travel Insurance
Costa Rica Travel Insurance
Costa Rica Furniture
Costa Rica T shirts
Costa Rica Rocking Chairs

Panama President Warns Nicaragua Over Political Asylum Dispute

"Nicaragua has neither God nor law," says the President of Panama, José Raúl Mulino, who accused Nicaragua of disrespecting international law and warned that...

Costa Rica’s Holiday Spirit in a Glass: The Story of Rompope

As December's cool breezes come to Costa Rica, our families gather to celebrate Christmas with cherished traditions and festive treats. Among the most beloved...

Costa Rica Proposes Controlled Crocodile Hunting Bill

Congressman Leslye Bojorges of Costa Rica’s PUSC political party presented a bill to allow the controlled hunting of crocodiles and caimans in Costa Rica....