The city name is derived from the "palma de corozo" (grugru palm, Acrocomia media) which abounds in the Cordillera Central zone of the Island.

Puerto Rico was ceded by Spain in the aftermath of the Spanish–American War under the terms of the Treaty of Paris of 1898 and became a territory of the United States.

Intense wind and rainfall from Hurricane Maria on September 20, 2017 triggered numerous landslides in Corozal,[5][6] and bridges and homes were destroyed.

Seeing them, several young people began a rescue operation by cutting tree limbs and debris to allow the river to subside just enough.

Due to its large number of rivers and streams, Corozal is regarded as being extremely vulnerable to damage from major hurricanes.

The municipal buildings, central square and large Catholic church are located in a barrio referred to as "el pueblo.

The Corozal page lists Reserva Natural Monte Choca, Tres Cruces, and Gran Mural de la Cultura Corozaleña, as places of interest.

[24] Corozal is home to the Historical Center of Cibuco, a park and museum with relics from the Puerto Rico's (Taínos) as well as objects, paintings and artifacts of the town's history.

The Fiestas Patronales de la Sagrada Familia is a religious and cultural celebration in honor of the Holy Family and generally features parades, games, artisans, amusement rides, regional food, and live entertainment.

[40] Mavilla Bridge in Corozal is listed on the US National Register of Historic Places:[41] The municipio has an official flag and coat of arms.

It is unknown whether the flag was made to coincide with the densely populated province of El Conquistador or was created by natural and neutral causes.

[43] On a gold background three corozo palm trees, with clusters in their original color, planted on a green landscape and in front of a mountain range.