A 2022 satellite photo shows smoke rising from a caldera on Tofua, highlighting the "looming threat" of the volcanic island.

While the idea of approaching an active volcano might sound daunting, there are ways to safely do so. Central America offers several you can view on a hike.

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. The eruption started overnight.

ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) — A volcano near Alaska’s largest city is showing new signs of unrest, with experts saying the likelihood of an eruption at Mount Spurr in the next few weeks or months ...

(United States Geological Survey via AP) (Uncredited, United States Geological Survey) HONOLULU – Lava from Hawaii's most active volcano created fountains that reached 700 feet (215 meters ...

a volcano-turned-state monument. Located on the east side of the island is Kahana Bay Beach Park, a relaxing beach located ...

Unrest continues at Mount Spurr, the closest active volcano to Alaska’s population centers, and scientists at the Alaska Volcano Observatory are still watching for a possible eruption.

HONOLULU — Kilauea volcano began shooting lava into the air once again Wednesday on the Big Island of Hawaii. Kilauea, one of the world's most active volcanoes, has been erupting on and off for ...