Webcam Footage Captures Popocatepetl Volcano Spewing Ash

Mexico’s Popocatepetl volcano remained under a yellow alert on Thursday, February 22, as it continued to spew ash and gas.

Officials cautioned people to stay away from the area and said the ash is not expected to impact Mexico City, which is located around 45 miles away.

Timelapse footage from Webcams de Mexico shows the volcano spewing ash on Thursday. Credit: Webcams de Mexico via Storyful

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