Guatemala volcano: Survivor fears her family are buried top stories direct to your inbox SUBSCRIBE Invalid email Sign up to receive our rundown of the day'sdirect to your inbox When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters. Sometimes they'll include recommendations for other related newsletters or services we offer. Our Privacy Notice explains more about how we use your data, and your rights. You can unsubscribe at any time. Guatemala’s Fuego volcano, located only 27 miles from Guatemala City, has suffered its most violent eruption in decades and thousands of people have been forced to evacuate. A volcano survivor, Consuelo Hernadez, who appears to be covered in head to toe with ash and mud, said she fears her family have been buried after lava engulfed her home. In footage from Conred, the survivor said: “Not everyone escaped, I think they were buried.” The volcano survivor said she saw the lava and ran for safety. She added: “We saw the lava was pouring through the corn fields and we ran towards the hill.” Guatemala volcano eruption: survivor fears family are buried Not everyone escaped, I think they were buried Guatemala survivor The resident was asked if she thought he family were buried, she said: “I would say so.” The reporter asked: “How many of there are your family?” In response, she said: “We are plenty.” The general secretary of Guatemala's Conred disaster agency, Sergio Cabanas, said: "It's a river of lava that overflowed its banks and affected the Rodeo village. “There are injured, burned and dead people.” The general secretary also confirmed that four people died after lava set a home on fire while two children were burned to death as they watched the eruption from a nearby bridge. Guatemala: Ash fills sky as residents flee erupting volcano Guatemala volcano eruption: Devastating pictures as death toll rises Wed, June 6, 2018 Guatemala volcano eruption and aftermath in pictures as Fuego erupts. Play slideshow REUTERS 1 of 27 Firefighters and rescue workers look for survivors at an area affected by the eruption of the Fuego volcano<doc-sep>Guatemala: Residents scream as Fuego ash rapidly engulfs road top stories direct to your inbox SUBSCRIBE Invalid email Sign up to receive our rundown of the day'sdirect to your inbox When you subscribe we will use the information you provide to send you these newsletters. Sometimes they'll include recommendations for other related newsletters or services we offer. Our Privacy Notice explains more about how we use your data, and your rights. You can unsubscribe at any time. Sergio Cabanas, general secretary of Guatemala’s Conred disaster agency, said: “Its a river of lava that overflowed its banks and affected the rodeo village. “There are injured, burned and dead people.” The eruption has produced up to 10 km high ash plumes and generated pyroclastic flows and ash fall covering roofs and vehicles. Volcán de Fuego – Spanish for Fire Volcano – is one of Central America's most active volcanoes. Volcan de Fuego violently erupted on Sunday, killing at least six people and injuring 20 others It is located some 25 miles (40 km) southwest of the capital Guatemala City and is close to the colonial city of Antigua, popular with tourists and known for its coffee plantations. It is the second time that the volcano has erupted this year. It reared its ugly head in February when it sent ash over a mile into the sky. Volcán de Fuego was continuously active throughout 2017, and has been erupting vigorously since 2002; there have been historical observations of eruptions dating back to 1531. The largest and most terrifying volcanoes around the world Tue, May 16, 2017 Play slideshow Getty 1 of 11 In 2010 at least 78 were killed as Mount Merapi erupted in Indonesia Antigua was all but destroyed in 1717 after a devastating three-day eruption shook the city to its foundations. Volcán de Fuego is a classic example of a stratovolcano, the most picturesque and the most deadly of the volcano types, famous for being active at an almost constant level. There have been a number of evacuations in recent years over concerns of a major eruption. Guatemala: Drone footage shows devastation of volcano eruption Tens of thousands of people were forced to evacuate in September 2012 when the volcano erupted. Nearly 33,000 locals from 17 villages had to flee for their safety after the volcano ejected lava and pyroclastic flows up to 600m down its slopes. Another 100 people were evacuated in February 2015, following a lesser eruption. Volcán de Fuego – Spanish for Fire Volcano – is one of Central America's most active volcanoes It is the second time that the volcano has erupted this year<doc-sep>At least six people were dead after Guatemala's Fuego volcano erupted Sunday, authorities said. At least 20 others were wounded and still more were missing. Authorities said they feared the death toll could rise in the coming hours and days. The volcano exploded shortly before noon. Photos from the scene showed massive plumes of black smoke in the air. A massive stream of lava could also be seen running through the region. Ash blanketed cars and homes nearby. "It's a river of lava that overflowed its banks and affected the Rodeo village," said Sergio Cabanas, the general secretary of Guatemala's Conred disaster agency, according to Reuters. "There are injured, burned and dead people. We are evacuating and rescuing people and have reports of 20 wounded six dead and disappeared." At least one of the people killed was a disaster agency official, according to CBS News. A search was underway for the missing, though first responders efforts were hindered by the lava flow, officials said. Guatemala's nearby airport, La Aurora International, shut down due to the eruption. "Not everyone was able to get out," Consuelo Hernandez, a resident of the village of El Rodeo, told local newspaper Diario de Centroamerica, according to the Associated Press. "I think they ended up buried." Evacuations were taking place in surrounding towns and villages. At least 3,100 people had evacuated, while the nearby areas are host to some 1.7 million people, CBS News reported. Those who were not expected to have to evacuate were urged to wear masks to protect themselves from ash in the air. The volcano erupted previously this year, in February. Fuego is one of three active volcanos in Guatemala. Guatemala Fuego Volcano: Pictures Show the Eruption's Devastating Impact This is a developing story and will be updated as more information becomes available. SaveSave<doc-sep>The deadly eruption of Guatemala’s Volcano of Fire has affected more than 1.7 million people and created havoc in surrounding municipalities, sending thousands of people fleeing for their lives through streets buried in ash. As least 25 people have been reported as killed so far – including two children who were burned to death while standing on a bridge watching the eruption unfold – and dozens have been injured, as the National Coordinator for Disaster Reduction (Conred) continues rescue efforts to locate those reported missing. READ MORE: Dozens injured, missing & killed after Guatemala's Volcano of Fire shoots ash 10km into air Most affected by the massive fall of volcanic ash were the municipalities of Sacatepéquez, Chimaltenango and Escuintla, Conred spokesman David de León said. A change of wind caused ash to descend on the capital, Guatemala City, before proceeding to eastern and northern regions of the country. After the Volcan de Fuego discharged ash more than 10,000 meters into the air, the General Directorate of Civil Aviation was forced to suspend all incoming and outgoing flights to the La Aurora International Airport, to “guarantee the safety of passengers and aircraft.” Momento en que un lahar desciende del #VolcánDeFuego y destruye parcialmente un puente en la carretera RN14 Sacatepéquez- Escuintla. pic.twitter.com/XI94DAcAzc — Noticias Guatemala🆖 (@NGuatemala) June 4, 2018 ALERTA PREPPER ☢️☣️ pic.twitter.com/nOEyhsVh8c — Yo soy Prepper (@YoPrepper) June 4, 2018 ALERTA PREPPER ☢️☣️Los datos hasta ahora por erupción del #VolcánDeFuego-7 muertos -1.7 millones de personas afectadas-20 heridos-número indeterminado de desaparecidos -2 redes eléctricas dañadas-1 puente dañado pic.twitter.com/35hSbEynkC — Yo soy Prepper (@YoPrepper) June 4, 2018 The army has been mobilized to support the evacuation of people affected by volcanic lava in the villages of El Rodeo, El Porvenir, Los Lotes and El Zapote. The General Directorate of Road Safety and Protection is also assisting the rescue efforts. So far, more than 3,100 people have been evacuated. ALERTA PREPPER ☢️☣️VolcánDeFuego pic.twitter.com/kkBYgMBDpe — Yo soy Prepper (@YoPrepper) June 3, 2018 ALERTA PREPPER ☢️☣️.#VolcánDeFuegoAsí se están evacuado a los afectados de la comunidad San Miguel Los Lotes en Escuintla afectados por una correntada de lava que soterro sus viviendas. pic.twitter.com/Lclxa0T2dO — Yo soy Prepper (@YoPrepper) June 3, 2018 The village of El Rodeo has suffered the worst, after lava and ash reached the village. Emergency services are now treating the injuries mainly suffered from burns caused by pyroclastic flows. A number of people there also remain missing, after a river of lava overflowed its banks at the village. Cars were also swallowed up in the strong torrents. Dozens injured, missing & killed after Guatemala's Volcano of Fire shoots ash 10km into air A number of houses have been affected in the natural disaster. Authorities, meanwhile, have confirmed damage to two electrical networks and one bridge. While President Jimmy Morales said a national emergency response in underway, people are advised to wear masks due to falling ash, to take precautions and to evacuate to safe areas if instructed by authorities. Locals are also advised to avoid river banks and to cover food and containers where water is stored for human consumption. After the eruption has finished, authorities urge the locals to clean the roofs of houses. Esta es la movilización de la patrulla de rescate de @bomberosmuni@BVoluntariosGT@Ejercito_GT@PNCdeGuatemala para llegar a la aldea los lotes El Rodeo. @sonora969pic.twitter.com/KalC2wAfOU — Christian H. Castro (@chcpr27) June 4, 2018 The volcano, meanwhile, remains active, trembling and spewing pyroclastic gases. "Currently the volcano is still rumbling and there is a greater potential for mud avalanches," Eddy Sánchez, Director of the National Institute of Seismology, Volcanology, Meteorology and Hydrology (INSIVUMEH), told reporters at an afternoon press conference. Authorities are advising the populace to stay at least 200 meters away from currents of ash smoke and ash-infused water torrents. #VolcánDeFuego llegó la noche y los héroes sigue trabajando pic.twitter.com/yIq1w0KaN6 — Yo soy Prepper (@YoPrepper) June 4, 2018 Cuerpos de socorro retiran a personas víctimas del deslave del #VolcánDeFuego, la mayoría son menores. pic.twitter.com/oK9pvBq43w — David Sanchinelli (@Sanchinelli_gtv) June 4, 2018 As rescue efforts continue, Sergio Cabañas, the head of Conred, promised to dedicate "all the time needed to evacuate the people" from the municipalities worst hit by the eruption. Minister of the Interior Enrique Antonio Degenhart, meanwhile, told reporters that "more than 900 police officers will be deployed to provide the necessary security in the affected areas". Like this story? Share it with a friend!<doc-sep>
Guatemala: Drone footage shows devastation of volcano eruption Guatemala's Volcano de Fuego powerfully erupted on Sunday producing up to 10km-high ash plumes and lava flows. Hair-rising footage shows people escaping the destructive power of the volcano to seek shelter on the roofs of homes engulfed by volcanic debris. The video also shows what appears to be a large forest partially submerged under the debris as smoke and steam sputter out from underneath the debris. The eruption of the Guatemala volcano has caused the death of at least 25 people and left 300 injured. Around 3,100 locals were forced to evacuate while nearly 1.7 million were affected by the eruption – Fuego's second in 2018. Guatemala volcano eruption: Dramatic footage shows people seeking shelter on roofs to escape lava Local reports suggest the settlement of El Rodeo, 275km from the capital Guatemala City, was entirely buried in lava and ash. CONRED National Disaster Agency general secretary Sergio Cabanas said: "It's a river of lava that overflowed its banks and affected the El Rodeo village. "There are injured, burned and dead people." Mr Cabanas also said four people had died after lave set a house on fire while two children died burned from lava as they watched the eruption from a bridge. Volcan de Fuego erupts violently spewing ash and lava It's a river of lava that overflowed its banks and affected the El Rodeo village Sergio Cabanas The national airport of La Aurora closed its main runway and Guatemala President Jimmy Morales was considering declaring a state of emergency as the Volcano de Fuego continues to wreak havoc. The Guatemalan Army is currently clearing the runway of ash and soot at the international airport. David de Leon, a spokesman for the National Disaster Prevention Authority urged people to remain calm. He said: "It is important to remain calm because the Fuego volcano erupts throughout the year.” Guatemala volcano eruption: Devastating pictures as death toll rises Wed, June 6, 2018 Guatemala volcano eruption and aftermath in pictures as Fuego erupts. Play slideshow REUTERS 1 of 27 Firefighters and rescue workers look for survivors at an area affected by the eruption of the Fuego volcano