lahars
Coverage of lahars in the Nexus archive.
- Fuego volcano activity that triggered evacuations in Guatemala is decreasing, but risks remain
Activity at Guatemala’s Fuego volcano is gradually decreasing, but authorities warned the public that rainfall could still trigger potentially deadly volcanic mudflows known as lahars. The National Coordinator for Disaster Reduction urged caution and stressed that despite some people returning home, eruptive activity continues. Approximately 1,700 people were evacuated from at least 18 communities on the slopes of Fuego.
- Fuego volcano activity that triggered evacuations in Guatemala is decreasing, but risks remain
Activity at Guatemala's Fuego volcano, which triggered evacuations, is decreasing but remains a risk due to potential lahars from rainfall. Approximately 1,700 people were evacuated, but no deaths or damage have been reported. Some evacuees have returned home, though authorities urge caution.