Poas, Rincon de la Vieja, and Turrialba show ongoing unrest at Level 2

A trio of Costa Rican volcanoes showed ongoing unrest. Poas, Rincon de la Vieja, and Turrialba all held at Level 2 – Warning with Aviation YELLOW advisories.

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Costa Rica’s Poas, Rincon de la Vieja, and Turrialba remained in a state of unrest through 27–28 April local time. All three share Level 2 – Warning status and Aviation YELLOW.

Source: Smithsonian/USGS Daily Volcanic Activity Report (28 April 2026).

Activity Summary for 28 April 2026

Volcano Country Activity Type Keynotes
Poas Costa Rica Unrest Ongoing unrest; Alert Level 2 – Warning; Aviation YELLOW.
Rincon de la Vieja Costa Rica Unrest Ongoing unrest; Alert Level 2 – Warning; Aviation YELLOW.
Turrialba Costa Rica Unrest Ongoing unrest; Alert Level 2 – Warning; Aviation YELLOW.