Strong eruption' of volcano in Guatemala forces evacuations
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The Fuego volcano in Guatemala has erupted, leading authorities to evacuate approximately 1,000 people from nearby communities. Residents were moved to temporary shelters, fearing the volcano's increased activity which included lava, ash, and rocks. The evacuation involved individuals from the El Porvenir community and is reminiscent of a 2018 eruption that resulted in widespread devastation. In response to the eruption, the government has suspended school activities and issued alerts for air traffic due to ash dispersal. Safety remains a top priority as the volcanic activity unfolds.
Guatemalan authorities have evacuated around a thousand people after Central America's most active volcano erupted, prompting residents to seek safety in temporary shelters.
Authorities stated that an alert was issued to coordinate the response and preventive measures, as the eruptions are reminiscent of devastating past incidents.
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