Humanitarian operation intensifies assistance to families affected by the rains in Costa Rica
The authorities have launched a large-scale logistical deployment to assist the communities impacted by the recent rainfall. This Wednesday, the effort is focused on delivering humanitarian aid to 475 indigenous families in Turrialba and Limón, many of whom are located in areas with difficult land access.
To achieve this goal, 14 strategic flights have been scheduled to transport food and essential supplies to critical areas such as Jarey, Ñarinak, Sitio Hilda, and Valle Escondido. This aerial measure complements the ground efforts, which also include the delivery of provisions to another 400 families in Talamanca and those affected in Sarapiquí.
Shelter situation and meteorological monitoring
Currently, 1,191 people remain sheltered in 18 temporary shelters. However, this figure is expected to decrease in the coming hours thanks to the gradual improvement of weather conditions, allowing citizens to return to their homes under safe conditions.
The meteorological evolution will allow for a transition towards recovery, provided that risk levels decrease in vulnerable areas following the impact of the storm.
Current alerts from the National Emergency Commission
Despite the improvement, vigilance remains active due to the possibility of isolated downpours during the afternoon and evening of this Wednesday. Given the persistent risk of landslides and soil saturation, the National Emergency Commission (CNE) has defined the following alerts:
- Orange Alert: Northern Zone and Caribbean Slope.
- Yellow Alert: Central Valley, Central Pacific, and South Pacific.
Authorities continue to monitor rivers, streams, and unstable terrain to prevent additional risks. The main focus remains ensuring that aid reaches the hardest-hit sectors while the process of returning to normalcy in the affected regions is evaluated.
