Mudslides & aftershocks continue following earthquake

Mudslides continue to be reported in the San Jose-Alajuela area following a 6.1 magnitude earthquake on 8 January 2009. Reports indicate that electricity, water and phone services have largely been restored to areas affected by the earthquake. There have been reports of at least 2,000 aftershocks in San Jose in recent days. At least 34 people died as a result of the earthquake, while dozens of others remain missing. Travellers to San Jose and the surroundings areas should anticipate possible transportation disruptions as the recovery effort continues.