Well, after considerably more research, we've found even more information to share about the 2009 earthquake in Costa Rica. First of all, it is being referred to as the "Cinchona Earthquake," due to the heavy damage in the town of Cinchona.The event has had a huge impact on the people of Costa Rica. At least 34 people died in the quake, largely due to mudslides near the extraordinarily popular tourist destination, La Paz Waterfall. Additionally, the quake injured 91 people and left 64 missing. During the quake, over 350 tourists were stranded due to road closures and had to eventually be evacuated by helicopter.
The Red Cross brought in over 400 volunteers to help deal with the aftermath. Both the United States and Columbia sent in helicopters and aid to assist the Costa Rican government, which does not have a military to utilize.
It can be difficult for us to understand what the experience was like during the earthquake. What causes the dramatic photos shown above? Several cameras around the country captured the event, however, and have been compiled on this video, from the BBC: http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/americas/7819252.stm Note the violence of shaking and the swaying light fixtures. The panic felt is evident in the body language and actions of the people shown.
References:
BBC. 2009. Thirteen dead in Costa Rica quake. Retrieved on July 3, 2009 from http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/world/americas/7819252.stm
Sina English. 2009. Costa Rican rescuers menaced by mudslides after quake. Retrieved on July 10, 2009, from http://english.sina.com/world/p/2009/0112/210940.html
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