Overview

• INGV reported strong ash emissions from Etna’s summit craters on Monday evening, with plume height not yet estimated.
• The highest aviation warning level was issued for the area, though flights at Catania International Airport continued for the time being.
• Officials maintained close surveillance of the volcano, which regularly produces strombolian activity with lava and ash.
• A new rule introduced last week bars approaches within 50 meters of upper lava streams to reduce risks to visitors.
• Recent crowds were seen near an active lava tongue around 2,300 meters elevation, with some moving dangerously close to take photos.