The influence of a cold front has brought strong winds and downpours which in turn have caused floods, landslides, and damage to houses due to falling trees and power lines. The National Emergency Commission (CNE) reports 18 homes affected by tree falls in several areas of the country. Walter Fonseca, head of operations of the […]

The fire that occurred at about 2:30 p.m. on Saturday in Libertad Uno de Pavas, affected 45 adults and 11 minors. According to information from the Fire Department, the fire consumed a total of 460 square meters. Seven firefighter units went to the area to handle the emergency and managed to save 660 square meters. […]

A publication of the Ministry of Finance alerted those who use seasonal rental services through sites such as Airbnb. The text indicates that any lease of property for residential use, for periods less than one month, must pay tax on sales. Jenny Lumbí, Tax Adviser for Actuality, clarifies some of the most important doubts. 1. […]

On Saturday, the National Emergency Commission (CNE) declared a green alert in the Caribbean, South Pacific, Central Valley and the Northern Zone, due to the influence of cold front in the national territory. Esquivel Lidier, head of Research and Risk Analysis of the CNE, said the alert will remain at least until Tuesday. According to […]

According to the Costa Rican Fire Department electrical failures were the main cause of structural fires last year, accounting for 34% of the fire-related emergencies. 2016 ended with 1,064 fires that killed 18 people, whereas in the first 8 days of this year there are already 17 registered emergencies and one deceased person. The other […]

There are many ways to support people who really need it. Donating time and passion is one of them. Therefore, if you are physical or occupational therapist, an expert in speech therapy or special education, there is a foundation that needs your help to oversee the welfare and development of children and adolescents with disabilities. […]