Managua: Nicaragua’s most-active volcano Telica spewed dark clouds of ash and gas high into the sky on Monday. It let out a first loud explosion on Sunday (May 10) night, according to the Nicaraguan Institute of Territorial Studies, or Ineter, which monitors seismic and volcanic activity. Nearly 50 small gas and ash explosions together with seven microearthquakes have since been reported.
The 1,060-metre (3,475-foot) volcano is located in rural area of Leon province. According to media, nearby farming communities and homes were covered with ash and soot from Telica.
Although no evacuation order has been issued, authorities are bracing for possible escalation in volcanic activity.
There were no immediate reports of injuries or damage, authorities said.
Located 112 km (69 miles) northwest of the Nicaraguan capital of Managua, some 2,500 people live near the massive volcano.
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