Guatemala's Fuego Volcano Eruption Prompts Evacuations

Guatemalan authorities have evacuated approximately 1,000 people, including around 900 from the community of El Porvenir, following an eruption of the Fuego volcano, one of Central America's most active. The eruption, characterized by strong explosions and pyroclastic flows, began overnight and poses a risk to an estimated 30,000 people in the region. Emergency protocols have been activated to ensure the safety of the affected populations, with buses transporting evacuees to temporary shelters. The eruption has led to the suspension of local school activities and the closure of a key road near the colonial city of Antigua. The Volcanology Institute has advised air traffic to take precautions due to ash spreading west of the volcano, which could impact neighboring countries. This event underscores the importance of volcanic monitoring and international cooperation in disaster preparedness.