Guatemala declares Fuego volcano eruption over, evacuees return home
Summary
Guatemala's Fuego volcano stopped erupting after about 50 hours of activity, which caused more than 1,700 people to leave their homes. Authorities said it is now safe for residents to return but warned that the volcano could erupt again.Key Facts
- The Fuego volcano erupted starting on Monday and ended on Wednesday after 50 hours.
- Over 1,700 people evacuated from areas near the volcano during the eruption.
- The volcano is located about 35 kilometers (22 miles) from Guatemala City.
- Lava flowed down the volcano’s slopes and ash clouds rose up to six kilometers high.
- Authorities declared it safe for people to return home but urged them to stay cautious.
- Fuego is Central America’s most active volcano and has erupted multiple times in recent years.
- Guatemala is part of the Pacific "Ring of Fire," a zone known for frequent volcanic and earthquake activity.
- Past eruptions have caused deaths and large evacuations, including a deadly event in 2018.
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