Guatemala’s Volcano of Fire is erupting, and authorities have evacuated nearly 300 families while warning that another 30,000 people in the area could be at risk.

Located just 60 kilometres from Guatemala City, it is one of the most active volcanoes on Earth.View on euronews

The Volcán de Fuego, located south-west of Guatemala's capital city, has been erupting more and more violently since Sunday. A huge column of ash and gas is rising above the mountain. Around 30,000 people in three districts have been ordered to seek safety.

Guatemala's Volcano of Fire has begun erupting, and authorities have evacuated nearly 300 families while warning that another 30,000 people in the area could be at risk.