The Fuego volcano in Guatemala began erupting on Monday, 3 August 2026, spewing lava and ash. This activity has led to the evacuation of at least two villages located on its slopes.
Pyroclastic currents, described as rivers of gas, volcanic ash, and rock fragments, continued to flow down Fuego's south-eastern slope early on Tuesday, 4 August 2026, according to the government agency monitoring its activity.
Guatemala's disaster management agency, Conred, has issued a nationwide orange alert, which is the second-highest level. Conred warned residents to be prepared for potential further pyroclastic flows and ash clouds, urging them to keep windows and doors closed. School lessons in areas close to the volcano have been cancelled.
Fuego is situated 16km (10 miles) west of Antigua, a city known for its colonial-era architecture and popularity with tourists. Conred has advised both visitors and locals to avoid approaching or remaining in at-risk areas, particularly on the volcano's slopes.