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Acatenango Volcano: Guatemala's Dormant Giant

Learn about Acatenango, a dormant stratovolcano in Antigua, Guatemala. Discover its last eruption in 1972, potential hazards, and fascinating facts. Plan a hike for a panoramic vista and stay updated on this captivating natural wonder.

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Acatenango Volcano: Guatemala's Dormant Giant

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  1. Acatenango the volcano By: Stephen Yafet Ash clouds taking the form of a kissing couple

  2. Date and Location • The first documented eruption was from 1924 to 1927 • Its last eruption was in 1972 . • It is located in Antigua, Guatemala Ash clouds coming out of the volcano

  3. Damage • The volcano has potential to produce huge debris avalanches that could inundate large areas of the Pacific coastal plain. Craters formed by the 1924-1927 eruption • In areas around the volcanoes and down slope toward the coastal plain, more than 100,000 people are at risk from these and other flowage phenomena. Craters formed by the 1924-1927 eruption

  4. Type • Acatenango is a Stratovolcano. • It can erupt again. Acatenago

  5. Interesting Facts • The third volcano that watches over Antigua, Guatemala • Acatenango is Fugeo’s dormant twin. • A hike to the top takes about 6 hours • It provides a fantastic panoramic vista

  6. Conclusion Acatenango has not erupted for almost 40 years However, It might be the next big news story

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