Colombia volcano erupts, prompting thousands to leave homes

The Nevado del Huila volcano is seen in the southwestern state of Huila, Colombia, in this Thursday, Feb. 22, 2007 file photo. The Nevado del Huila volcano erupted late Monday, April 14, 2008, expelling ash and prompting authorities to declare a state of alert. There were no reports of damage or injuries. (AP Photo/Fernando Vergara)

(AP) -- Colombia's Nevado del Huila volcano erupted in a shower of hot ash, prompting thousands of people to leave their homes on Tuesday.

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