Popocatepetl Volcano Erupts, Releasing Lava and Ash Into Sky

Mexico’s Popocatepetl volcano erupted on January 25, with local officials cautioning residents of expected ash fall in surrounding municipalities in Puebla. Footage recorded Wednesday night by a fixed camera in San Nicolas de los Ranchos shows lava spewing from the active volcano, followed by large ash clouds. Credit: Nicola Rustichelli via Storyful