Mount Etna Erupts: Activity Intensifies, but No Immediate Danger Reported
On the night between Sunday and Monday, Mount Etna, one of Europe's most active volcanoes located in northeastern Sicily, began a new eruption. The activity escalated by Monday morning, resulting in the collapse of a portion of the Southeast crater, which is the youngest of Etna's five summit craters.
The National Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology (INGV) has reported that, at this time, lava has not crossed the edge of the Valley of the Lions, situated adjacent to the main craters at an elevation of approximately 2800 meters above sea level. Authorities have confirmed there are no reports of individuals being in danger, and significant disruptions to activities, particularly at Catania airport, have not been observed. The airport, often closed as a precaution during more intense eruptions, remains operational at present.
Residents and visitors in the region remain vigilant, but the current situation indicates that the eruption poses no immediate threat. Volcano monitoring will continue as scientists keep a close watch on Etna's activity.
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