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Guatemala on volcano alert after Fuego eruption prompts evacuations

Guatemala has placed its Fuego volcano on alert following an eruption that prompted the evacuation of hundreds of people. The volcano, a part of the Pacific Ring of Fire, began spewing lava and ash plumes on Monday morning. Authorities have evacuated 659 individuals from eight villages, with plans to evacuate approximately ten more communities. A major highway near the volcano has been closed, and classes in nearby towns have been suspended. AI

RANK_REASON Natural disaster event with evacuations and infrastructure impact. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.0]

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Guatemala on volcano alert after Fuego eruption prompts evacuations

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 Italiano(IT) · Associated Press ·

    Guatemala on volcano alert after Fuego erupts

    Guatemala remained on alert Tuesday after evacuating hundreds of people following an eruption of the Fuego volcano, which is part of the Pacific Ring of Fire and one of Central America’s most active volcanoes. The country’s disaster management agency said 659 people were evacuate…