Residents ordered to evacuate after Japanese volcano erupts

Residents ordered to evacuate after Japanese volcano erupts
There were no immediate reports of damage or injuries in nearby towns after Sakurajima erupted (Kyodo News via AP)

A volcano on Japan’s main southern island of Kyushu erupted on Sunday night, spewing ash and rocks.

There were no immediate reports of damage or injuries in nearby towns but residents were advised to evacuate.

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