GUATEMALA CITY (AP) — Guatemala’s Volcano of Fire is erupting, and authorities have evacuated nearly 300 families while warning that another 30,000 people in the area could be at risk.

The eruption started overnight. There is no immediate report of casualties. The 12,300-foot high volcano is one of the most active in Central America. It last erupted in June 2023.

A <a href="https://apnews.com/article/e62591133cf64dbf8f59942b9059db7c">2018 eruption</a> killed 194 people and left another 234 missing.

The volcano is 33 miles from Guatemala’s capital.

The flow of volcanic material is weak to moderate but expected to increase, Guatemala’s disaster agency said early Monday.

Originally Published: <time datetime="2025-03-10 12:51:58">March 10, 2025 at 12:51 PM EDT</time>

The volcano is 33 miles from Guatemala’s capital.{ai:summary}<p>Guatemala's Volcano of Fire is currently erupting, prompting the evacuation of nearly 300 families, with an additional 30,000 people at risk. The eruption began overnight, with no immediate casualties reported. </p><p>The volcano, one of Central America's most active, last erupted in June 2023. Authorities warn that the flow of volcanic material may increase. #society</p>

Guatemala’s Volcano of Fire erupts and forces evacuations

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