Earlier this week, authorities expressed concerns that heavy rains, while typical this time of year in Costa Rica, might cause disproportionate damage to land – particularly riverbanks – already destabilized by Tropical Storm Nate in early October.
Park administrators evacuated all tourists and researchers within the park on Tuesday and will continue to evaluate evolving weather conditions to determine when the park can reopen.
The Tico Times is proud to share with you the voices of five people around the country who have been affected by Tropical Storm Nate and have played a key role in helping others recover from its impact.
