According to SINAC, the volcano’s gas and ash emissions have returned to normal levels, and eruptions have decreased due to lower humidity. However, experts will continue monitoring the activity as a preventive measure to ensure the safety of both visitors and park rangers in the event of another significant eruption.

While many areas of the park are now open, access to the crater region remains limited to no more than 56 visitors per group. This restriction is in place as a safety precaution against potential eruptions.

The park was temporarily closed on Monday by the National Emergency Commission (CNE) due to ongoing eruptions. The closure allowed scientists to monitor volcanic activity and prevent harm to tourists.

The Volcanological and Seismological Observatory (Ovsicori) issued an updated report on Tuesday, stating that eruptive activity persists, with frequent small to moderate phreatic eruptions at the “Boca C” crater and occasional eruptions at the “Boca A” crater. The volcano continues to emit ash columns ranging from 200 to 400 meters above the crater floor, along with water vapor and gas plumes reaching heights of 500 to 1,000 meters.

For visitors who purchased tickets during the park's closure, there are options for rescheduling or requesting a refund.

Affected visitors can contact Sinac via email at poas.info@sinac.go.cr to arrange a new visit date or submit a refund request. To reschedule, customers must include their preferred date and time of visit.

For refunds, requests must include a copy of their ID, the ticket, proof of payment, and their bank account details for the transfer.

Last week, authorities declared a Green Alert due to the ongoing volcanic activity at Poás. The alert ensures that emergency teams remain informed and ready for any changes in the volcano’s behavior.

The park spans approximately 16,000 acres, with its summit reaching an elevation of 8,900 feet. Visitors are allowed to walk to the edge of the main crater, depending on current conditions.

The main crater is 950 feet wide and remains highly active, regularly exhibiting geyser and lava outbursts. In addition to the main crater, the park is home to two smaller craters: Von Frantzius and Botos. The Botos Crater is a popular tourist attraction, featuring a stunning, frozen green lake with a diameter of 1,200 feet.

The area also preserves a wide variety of plant and animal species, including several bird species such as the clay-colored robin, quetzal, hummingbirds, tanagers, flycatchers, and toucans. Among the park's mammals are coyotes, rabbits, and marmots, among others.

Ovsicori is a research institute of the National University of Costa Rica that monitors seismic and volcanic activity.

CNE works to strengthen, sustain, and enhance the county's ability to plan for, defend against, respond to, recover from, and reduce any potential hazards.

Sinac is the government agency responsible for managing Costa Rica’s national parks and protected areas.