Guatemala volcano eruption prompts evacuation of hundreds of people
Summary
Guatemala’s Fuego volcano erupted strongly on Monday, causing lava and ash to flow down its slopes. Hundreds of people living nearby have evacuated to shelters due to the risk from lava and volcanic debris.Key Facts
- Fuego volcano is Guatemala’s most active volcano, rising 3,763 meters (12,346 feet) high.
- The eruption caused lava rivers and ash clouds rising six kilometers (3.7 miles) into the sky.
- At least 350 residents from villages near the volcano were evacuated to a nearby municipality.
- Evacuees are staying in community centers with makeshift beds, and more people moved to other towns.
- Authorities warned about hot volcanic debris flowing down the slopes and advised evacuations.
- Schools near the volcano suspended face-to-face classes because of safety concerns.
- A road around the volcano that connects key towns was closed to protect travelers.
- Similar eruptions caused mass evacuations in past years, and a major 2018 eruption killed over 200 people.
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