Costa Rica Earthquake

On Thursday an earthquake hit Costa Rica, causing a lot of damage and loss of life. There are now many people who have lost their homes and possessions. As of Friday afternoon, the main CNE warehouse has caught fire. Initial reports indicate that most of relief items (food, mattresses), expected to be distributed to the quake victims, are now lost. The Pavas airport, second one in San Jose, is now closed.

The CNE has listed relief items required so far: sleeping bags, milk, non-perishable food, candles and personal hygiene items. CNE has specifically requested 2000 blankets, tents (aprox 200), emergency medical material, as well as logistic (funding for helicopter flight time).

Note that this list may change, since the main CNE warehouse is reported to have burned on Friday afternoon.

One of the main hydroelectrical plant, Cariblanco, has been damaged and will have to cease activities for a long period according to the national power authority (ICE). One secondary concern is possible damage to hydroelectric dam(s) close to San Jose. These are being assessed.

SERIOUS HELP IS NEEDED! Please make a donation at:

Donate to the Costa Rica Relief Fund

100% of your contribution will go towards providing local residents with food and shelter!

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Please help as much as you can.