Environmental
Report warns illegal mining in Crucitas could affect up to 10,000 hectares
The Costa Rican Association of Geologists presents a report warning that the area impacted by illegal mining in Crucitas may reach up to 10,000 hectares.
The Costa Rican Association of Geologists (CGCR) issued a report highlighting the extent of damage caused by illegal mining operations in the Crucitas area, estimating that the affected zone could reach up to 10,000 hectares. The report calls attention to the environmental degradation, including forest loss, soil erosion and water contamination, associated with unregulated mining activities, and urges stronger enforcement and monitoring measures.
- Status
- active
- Location
- Crucitas
- Date added
- 2026-04-01 06:50 UTC
- Added by
- gregoryamericaapdrmis
- Last updated
- 2026-04-01 06:50 UTC
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