On Thursday, Guatemala faced another dramatic display of nature as the Volcano of Fire erupted, blasting hot gas and ash into the sky.
Michelle Alvarado, acting director for the National Disaster Reduction Coordinator, said more than 500 people were moved to shelters from five communities in the Chimaltenango, Escuintla and Sacatepequez areas.
Emergency teams evacuated residents from the volcano's slopes, guiding them to local shelters stocked with essentials for safety and comfort.
Authorities are keeping a close watch on the volcano's activity, while shelters continue to offer support to displaced families.
For global citizens and travelers alike, this eruption serves as a potent reminder of our planet's ever-changing landscape—and the importance of community resilience in times of crisis.
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