Mount Etna Collapse Triggers Towering Eruption in Sicily
(MENAFN) A significant portion of Mount Etna’s southeastern crater gave way on Monday, unleashing a massive plume of volcanic material that soared several kilometers above Sicily, Italian officials confirmed.
The collapse triggered a pyroclastic flow — a dangerous, high-speed surge composed of scorching volcanic gases, ash, and rock — according to Italy’s National Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology, as reported by a state-run news agency.
The crater’s explosive reaction also produced a striking lava fountain, accompanied by a sharp rise in volcanic tremors, the institute added.
Although no evacuation orders have been issued so far, authorities have urged residents in nearby communities to remain vigilant and follow official updates as the situation continues to evolve.
Dramatic videos posted online captured tourists scrambling to escape the unfolding eruption.
Mount Etna, situated on the southern Italian island of Sicily, holds the title of Europe’s most active volcano and is renowned for its awe-inspiring eruptions.
Its volcanic and seismic activity has been intensifying over recent months, raising concerns among experts.
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