MORELOS, MX - Central Mexico saw its Popocatepetl Volcano erupt early this morning, shooting ash more than a mile into the air and affecting a more than seven mile radius.
The volcano is 43 miles southeast of Mexico City, one of the region’s 14 active volcanos, and has not erupted since 2014 when ash and smoke caused chaos at local airports.
So far, besides officials warning locals to look out for falling debris and to breathe cautiously through moist towels, the Daily Mail reports that flights in and out of the nearest airport in Puebla are currently running on time.
Pilots, however, have been put on alert to fly with caution while in the area, with ash having been sent 6,500 feet in the air.
Officials have also put a seven-and-a-half mile cordon in place around the volcano itself to keep anyone from getting to close while it is active.
While the region is very active in agriculture, no reports have stated the volcanic activity should have any effect on the area’s crops.
Keep checking in with AndNowUKnow, however, as we continue to follow the situation and report on any further developments that could impact the produce industry.
