Guatemala's Volcán de Fuego has entered a more explosive phase for up to 72 hours; two villages are evacuated and the road into Alotenango is closed.
Public Safety: Guatemala
Key Facts
—Alert. INSIVUMEH says Guatemala’s Volcán de Fuego entered its most explosive ‘paroxysm’ phase late on 3 August 2026, with CONRED coordinating the emergency response.
—Timing. The heightened activity could last roughly 24 to 72 hours, according to INSIVUMEH director Edwin Rojas.
—Evacuations. Families from the El Porvenir and Las Lajitas hamlets in San Juan Alotenango, Sacatepéquez, are being moved to shelters.
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