A major eruption of Mount Etna volcano on the Italian island of Sicily.

On Monday, Mount Etna, one of the most active volcanoes in the world, erupted, sending a massive column of volcanic ash into the sky above the Italian island of Sicily. The National Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology in Italy confirmed that the recent eruption caused a rapid and dense flow of volcanic debris, likely resulting from a partial collapse on the northern edge of the southeastern crater of the volcano. The Institute issued a brief red aviation warning, later downgraded to orange, while continuing to monitor volcanic activity. According to an official statement, volcanic activity intensified during the night and peaked in the morning, with "Strombolian" explosions becoming "high-density and nearly continuous." A slight fall of volcanic ash was observed in the area surrounding Mount Etna, specifically in Piano Vetore, with no reports of injuries or significant damage so far. Mount Etna, located on the eastern coast of Sicily, is one of the most active volcanoes in Europe and the world. The volcano has shown significant activity over the past five years, with frequent periods of explosions and volcanic emissions. The flow of volcanic lava and ash remains under close monitoring by Italian authorities, with warnings issued to residents and visitors to follow safety instructions and avoid approaching hazardous areas.