Poás Volcano temporarily closed due to new eruptions

The Vulcanological and Seismological Observatory of Costa Rica (Ovsicori) keeps the Poás volcano at level 3, or precautionary orange condition, due to the eruptions recorded in the last days.This category involves an eruptive process in progress with the possible presence of ash and gas eruptions. “It is an eruption of ash, wet and gas. Tremor remains very strong and the volcano produces strong sounds that can be heard around the crater. The vis…

What type of gases does the Poás Volcano emit? Heredia, 26 mar (elmundo.cr) – The geochemistry area of the Volcano and Seismological Observatory of Costa Rica (Ovsicori) of the National University (UNA) detailed that in the current eruption process of the Poás volcano, carbon dioxide (CO2) and sulphur dioxide (SO2) gases are expelled into the environment, as well as fine and thick particles (cinders or rock dust). Also minerals (sulphur, gypsum,…

Poás Volcano temporarily closed due to new eruptions

QCOSTARICA — The eruptions that occurred Tuesday at the Poás Volcano prompted the implementation of safety protocols, restricting visitor access. Communities near the volcano report a strong smell of sulfur and falling ash. The measure seeks to protect the safety of tourists and officials while the National System of Conservation Areas (SINAC) and the relevant volcanological technical bodies continue to assess volcanic activity. Since late Febru…

Orange Alert - The Poás volcano, one of Costa Rica's tourist attractions, remained on orange alert on Monday due to an increase in gases emanating from its crater, which implies a greater eruptive potential. The 2,708-meter-high colossus, surrounded by dense forest and 50 km by road from San José, increased its activity on March 1, leading authorities to restrict visits, but not suspend them. "We have a lot of information that tells us there is …