![Popocatépetl volcano today May 26: Yellow Alert Phase 3 is maintained
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The National Civil Protection Coordination (CNPC) reminded the population that Phase 3 Yellow Alert is maintained for him Popocatepetl volcano, which means that it continues to expel ash, incandescent material and steam columns, so it is recommended to maintain a minimum distance of 12 kilometers.
In this sense, he stressed Civil protection what should be avoid mountaineering in erupting volcanoes, since life can be put at risk, including that of rescuers. “It is not a place for adventure sports, it is an active volcano.”