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Rincón de la Vieja Erupts Twice | Costa Rica News
Rincón de la Vieja volcano in Costa Rica erupted twice early this morning, prompting a level three alert — no ash or mudflows, but caution remains. This isn’t unusual; the volcano’s already had 48 eruptions in a month, mostly phreatic blasts from steam and hot rock. The real danger? Rain-triggered lahars — fast-moving mudslides — especially near rivers like Pénjamo and Azul. Plus, National Parks Day is tomorrow, but Rincón de la Vieja is usually closed Mondays — and the trail to the summit is still off-limits. Free entry doesn’t mean open access — always check the park’s status before you go…
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