Dramatic images and satellite footage have captured the powerful eruption of Guatemala's Volcán de Fuego (Volcano of Fire), putting thousands of people in the area at risk, according to reports.

Guatemala’s Volcano of Fire is erupting, and authorities have evacuated nearly 300 families while warning that another 30,000 people in the area could be at risk.

There are no reports of flights being cancelled, but airlines are apparently operating with restrictions because ash clouds from the volcano can reach up to 7,000 metres, according to Insivumeh. You can keep an eye on Guatemala City live arrivals and departures on Skyscanner here.