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· Wednesday, August 5, 2026
Science & Environment

The Fuego volcano in Guatemala has erupted, prompting evacuations.

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Multiple reputable news outlets and official monitoring bodies report that Guatemala's Fuego volcano has recently erupted, producing ash, lava, and pyroclastic flows and prompting authorities to evacuate hundreds to more than a thousand residents from nearby communities as a precaution.

Checked August 5, 2026 · we'll re-check as this develops

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