Guatemala declares Fuego volcano eruption over, evacuees return

Guatemalan authorities announced that the Fuego volcano had ceased erupting after 50 hours of activity that had forced more than 1,700 residents to evacuate. The eruption, which began on Friday, produced ash plumes and pyroclastic flows that disrupted air travel and threatened nearby communities.

Officials warned that the volcano remains active and could erupt again, urging residents to stay alert and follow evacuation orders if necessary. The Ministry of the Interior and the National Civil Protection System are monitoring seismic activity and issuing regular updates to keep the public informed.

The cessation of activity provides a temporary reprieve for the affected towns, but authorities emphasize that vigilance is essential as Fuego’s history of sudden eruptions demands ongoing preparedness and response measures.