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.

Guatemala's Volcano of Fire appeared calm and nearly 300 families who had evacuated their homes on its slopes as it began erupting returned home.

Guatemala’s “Volcán de Fuego” is once again roaring to life, spewing gas and ash into the sky and prompting the evacuation of nearly 300 families. Authorities are warning that as many as 30,000 more residents could be in danger and should self-evacuate.