# Guatemala volcano eruption forces hundreds to flee ash, gas and lava

https://mins.news/en/item/13995

- France 24, 2026-08-05 10:20 UTC
- World
- Original: https://www.france24.com/en/guatemala-volcano-eruption-forces-hundreds-to-flee-ash-gas-and-lava

> Guatemalan authorities have issued a red alert, the highest danger warning, for areas affected by the eruption of Fuego Volcano. The volcano is located about 35 kilometres from the country’s capital. The alert applies to Sacatepéquez, Chimaltenango and Escuintla, areas where around 1.6 million people live. Ash, gas and lava from the eruption have forced hundreds of people to flee.

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