Volcano Erupts in Chile; 150 Evacuate

January 2nd, 2008 in Space & Earth / Earth Sciences
Volcano Erupts in Chile; 150 Evacuate

The Llaima volcano erupts spewing lava, ash and smoke in Conguillio National Park, some 650 kms (403 miles) south of Santiago, Tuesday, Jan. 1st, 2008. Even though 150 people were evacuated from the area, no casualties or damage were reported, officials said. (AP Photo/Stock Agency)

(AP) -- Hundreds of people fled their homes overnight Wednesday as a volcano erupted in southern Chile, rocking the area with explosions and spewing lava and ash.

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