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Millions of residents prepare to evacuate as Mexico's Popocatepetl volcano spews large plumes of ash

Mexico's Popocatepetl volcano continued to emit ash and smoke on Friday, prompting concerns of a possible evacuation for millions of residents. Approximately 25 million people within a 60-mile radius have been urged to stay away from the volcano due to a phase-three warning, while the national defense and civil protection agencies are prepared to issue emergency alerts. Credit: National Coordination of Civil Protection via Storyful

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