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A national park was evacuated due to a volcanic eruption and a dangerous 'rock storm.'
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A national park has been evacuated following a volcanic eruption and an accompanying "rock storm." The evacuation was initiated to ensure public safety due to the active geological event. Details regarding the specific park, the scale of the eruption, or the type of rock storm are not provided in the initial reporting. This event highlights the immediate dangers posed by natural disasters in protected areas. Further information is expected as emergency services manage the situation.
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A national park was evacuated due to a volcanic eruption and accompanying rock storm.
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