Viral Video Shows Hikers Rushing to Escape Eruption of Guatemala’s ‘Most Dangerous’ Volcano: ‘Lucky to Be Alive'

Viral video shows hikers rushing to escape eruption of Guatemala’s ‘most dangerous’ volcano: ‘Lucky to be alive'

Footage capturing the frightening moment shows thick clouds of ash billowing into the sky as the group hurried down El Paso de la Muerte - ominously nicknamed the ‘Death Trail.’

Hikers climbing 'death trail' run down side of volcano as it erupts

Footage shows a group of hikers running down the side of a volcano in Santiaguito, Guatemala as it erupts - the ascent of the volcano is prohibited by authorities

At high speed: tourists flee a surprising eruption at one of Guatemala’s most active volcanoes

A group of tourists had to flee at high speed after being surprised by a violent eruption of the Santiaguito Volcano, one of the most active in Guatemala. Authorities continue to enforce proximity restrictions for safety reasons.Recklessness is once again making the news. This time, despite a measure issued by the Guatemalan safety authorities requesting people to remain at least 5 kilometres away from the crater of the Santiaguito Volcano, seve…