Fuego volcano
Coverage of Fuego volcano in the Nexus archive.
- Fuego volcano activity that triggered evacuations in Guatemala is decreasing, but risks remain
Activity at Guatemala’s Fuego volcano is gradually decreasing, but authorities warned the public that rainfall could still trigger potentially deadly volcanic mudflows known as lahars. The National Coordinator for Disaster Reduction urged caution and stressed that despite some people returning home, eruptive activity continues. Approximately 1,700 people were evacuated from at least 18 communities on the slopes of Fuego.
- Fuego volcano activity that triggered evacuations in Guatemala is decreasing, but risks remain
Activity at Guatemala's Fuego volcano, which triggered evacuations, is gradually decreasing according to authorities. However, risks remain despite the decline in volcanic activity.
- Fuego volcano activity that triggered evacuations in Guatemala is decreasing, but risks remain
Activity at Guatemala's Fuego volcano, which triggered evacuations, is decreasing but remains a risk due to potential lahars from rainfall. Approximately 1,700 people were evacuated, but no deaths or damage have been reported. Some evacuees have returned home, though authorities urge caution.
- Fuego volcano spews more ash and mud as Guatemala shelters 1,700 who fled nearby villages
The Fuego volcano in Guatemala erupted, prompting the evacuation of 1,700 people to shelters. Authorities issued red alerts in three departments, warning of ashfall and mudflows, with 29,000 residents affected. Previous eruptions in 2018 and 2023 caused significant casualties and destruction.
- Guatemala evacuates communities after Fuego volcano erupts, in photos
Guatemala evacuated hundreds of people after the Fuego volcano erupted, sending ash, gas, and lava down its slopes. Authorities remain on alert as the volcano continues to threaten nearby communities.
- Fuego volcano in Guatemala spews more ash and mud, 1,700 evacuated
Fuego volcano in Guatemala has erupted, spewing ash and mud, leading to the evacuation of 1,700 people. Officials warn that forecasted rain over the next three days could trigger additional mudflows from the volcano.
- Guatemala on volcano alert after Fuego erupts
Guatemala remained on alert after evacuating 659 people from eight villages near the Fuego volcano, which erupted Monday with gas, ash, and pyroclastic flows. The Fuego volcano is part of the Pacific Ring of Fire and one of Central America’s most active volcanoes.
- Guatemala evacuates communities after Fuego volcano erupts, in photos
Hundreds of people were evacuated after Guatemala’s Fuego volcano erupted, sending ash, gas, and lava down its slopes. Authorities remain on alert as the volcano, one of Central America’s most active, continues to pose a threat to nearby communities.
- Evacuations ordered as Guatemala volcano erupts
Guatemala’s Fuego volcano erupted Monday, prompting an orange alert and evacuations near the site of the 2018 eruption. The event has led to immediate safety measures in the region.
- Guatemala evacuates villages after Fuego volcano erupts
Residents of two villages near Guatemala's Fuego volcano evacuated following an eruption, with gas, ash, and lava flows reported. The eruption, which began Monday, prompted evacuation orders and highway closures, while a previous 2018 eruption caused hundreds of deaths and widespread impact.
- Guatemala: Towns evacuated as Fuego volcano erupts
Towns in Guatemala were evacuated as the Fuego volcano erupted. The country's disaster energy issued the second-highest warning level and urged residents to seek shelter. Onlookers were warned against climbing a nearby volcano to film the eruption.
- Guatemala evacuates villages due to an eruption of the Fuego volcano
Guatemala has ordered evacuations for El Porvenir and Las Lajitas due to an eruption of the Fuego volcano, which produced lava flows, ash clouds, and pyroclastic flows. Authorities issued an orange alert, closed National Route 14, and suspended classes nearby. The eruption follows a deadly 2018 event that killed hundreds and destroyed a village.