Costa Rica emergency declaration recommended for nine rain-hit cantons after flooding and evacuations. Learn about the CNE's recommendation and shelters.
Costa Rica · WEATHER
Key Facts
—CNE The Comision Nacional de Emergencias recommended a national emergency declaration on 20 August 2026.
—Cantons Nine cantons are affected: Guatuso, Turrialba, Sarapiqui, Limon, Pococi, Siquirres, Talamanca, Matina and Guacimo.
—Shelters 1,314 people are in 23 shelters across the affected regions.
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