Q COSTARICA — Even though it’s summer (verano), bad weather is still hitting Braulio Carrillo National Park. That part of Ruta 32, which links the Central Valley to Limón province, remains closed due to persistent adverse weather conditions in the Zurquí area, according to the Ministry of Public Works and Transportation (MOPT).
The road had been closed on Thursday, February 5, when the first landslides were reported. It briefly reopened for a few hours on Friday, the 6th, but had to be closes again because the danger grew worse—and it remains closed today, Monday, February 9.
Throughout the weekend, Saturday and Sunday, crews worked continuously to clear several landslides in the area.
However, persistent rains have caused further landslides and other debris to break loose at various points along the route, making it impossible to reopen the road on Sunday.
While the closure remains in effect, authorities recommend that drivers use alternate routes.
For light vehicles, the Vara Blanca route is suggested; for all types of vehicles, the routes through Bajos de Chilamate–Vuelta de Kooper and Turrialba are suggested.
Since regular traffic hasn’t been possible on this key route, moving goods to and from the Limón ports and traveling to Caribbean tourist areas have both been affected.