Hawaii volcano’s toll nears 600 homes destroyed by lava; no end in sight
The number of homes and structures destroyed by lava on Hawaii’s Big Island has jumped to nearly 600 — making the Kilauea eruption the most catastrophic event in modern state history, Hawaii County Mayor Harry Kim said Thursday. Kim, who … Read More
New evacuations near Guatemala volcano set off panic
Frightened people living near the Volcano of Fire fled with their children and few possessions when fresh flows of super-heated debris were announced, taking no chances after authorities gave them little time to evacuate before a deadly eruption over the … Read More
Hawaii’s Kilauea Volcano Destroys Hundreds of Homes, Including Big Island Mayor’s House, Official Says
At a Glance An official said hundreds more homes were destroyed by Kilauea overnight on the Big Island. Lava flows have covered at least 8 square miles in the Puna district. More than a dozen residents who ignored evacuation orders … Read More
At Least 25 People Killed In Guatemala Volcano Eruption
People flee El Rodeo village, Escuintla department, 20 miles south of Guatemala City, after the eruption of the Fuego Volcano on Sunday. Noe Perez/AFP/Getty Images At least 25 people are dead and dozens injured after Guatemala’s Mt. Fuego — one … Read More