Watch: Tourists Flee for Their Lives as Mount Etna Erupts in Sicily
A shocking video circulating on social media captures the terrifying moment as tourists frantically run down an ash-covered hill to escape a massive volcanic eruption at Mount Etna in Sicily, Italy. The eruption, which occurred late Sunday afternoon, has spurred widespread evacuations and disruptions in the surrounding areas.
The sudden and intense eruption at Mount Etna caused panic among visitors, with footage showing a huge column of smoke and ash billowing into the sky as people frantically try to flee the explosion. This eruption marks the latest in a series of eruptive phases at Europe’s largest and most active volcano, which last erupted in May.
According to the latest data from the Volcanic Ash Advisory Centre, the eruption sent ash plumes soaring as high as 6,400 meters, or approximately four miles into the atmosphere. The dramatic footage of tourists running for safety highlights the unpredictability and danger of volcanic activity.
Mount Etna has a history of violent eruptions and volcanic tremors, as witnessed by shocked tourists who experienced the terrifying force of nature firsthand. The footage serves as a stark reminder of the awe-inspiring yet dangerous power of volcanic eruptions.
Stay informed and watch the video below to witness the harrowing moments as tourists faced the unexpected eruption of Mount Etna in Sicily, Italy.
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