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Mount Etna Erupts Again, Aviation Warning Raised

Ash rose 6,000 metres in a strombolian blast recorded by the Italian Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology.

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Der jüngste Ausbruch des Ätnas aus dem All betrachtet
Der Ätna auf Sizilien spuckt Asche in die Luft (Bild vom 2. Juni 2025).
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Overview

  • INGV observed a strombolian eruption that sent ash clouds up to 6,000 metres above Sicily.
  • Italian authorities declared the highest aviation warning level though Catania airport continues operations.
  • Forecasts indicate ash drifting northeast toward Taormina and Messina without posing an immediate threat to inhabited areas.
  • Regional civil protection has closed off the summit area and designated a yellow zone to safeguard visitors.
  • INGV maintains close surveillance of seismic tremors and volcanic activity for any further eruptions.