Welcome to another breaking US news update of the Mount Etna eruption that took place recently. See on this news site all about Mount Etna, where it is located, how the eruption started, and many more.
Travellers around the world who are planning to visit this place must get this latest information to know whether it is safe or not to travel.
What is Mount Etna? And why is it so Famous?
Mount Etna is one of Europe’s Tallest and the World’s Active volcanoes, which erupted on June 2, 2025. It is also known by the name Mongibello or muncibbeddu and is an active stratovolcano located on the eastern coast of Sicily, Italy. It has also been added to the list of UNESCO World Heritage sites in 2013.
What happened to Mt etna recently?
There was an eruption of Mt Etna recently on June 2nd, and this recent eruption was confirmed by the Italian National Volcano Monitoring Agency. Thus, it becomes unsafe for travellers to wander around. As per the ground news report, the volcanic eruption was first seen from the smoke plumes in the air. It was also seen on a video footage posted on social media, many tourists fleeing away from the spot when the Volcanoes start erupting.
According to the report of the Italian National Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology IGVN, the eruption started at 3:50 am on 2nd June. It was also seen in the eruption, the combination of hot rock, ash and gases coming out with the eruptions.
Another report stated that it didn’t affect the Valle del Leone, which is located at the foot of the Mt Etna, but a major eruption took place at the southeastern part.
Will the flight be cancelled due to Mt Etna?
According to the ground report, the Catania airport, also known as the Vincenzo Bellini airport, located at the foot of this mountain, is currently running. However, earlier, there was a Red aviation warning announcement by the Volcanic Ash Advisory Centre Toulouse. So it has been advised that travellers check the status of the flight before the travel on the Catania Airport website.
Is it Safe to visit Sicily during this Mount Etna eruption?
Yes, there is no issue visiting Sicily even though the mt Etna eruption is taking place. Many travellers also reported that these eruptions have been taking place many times in a year, but it doesn’t affected the nearby towns since the 1800s.
Frequently Asked Questions FAQs
When was the Last Mt Etna eruption?
It was in February 2021, the mt etna volcanic eruption occurred after the 2018 incident
Is it safe for travellers to visit mt etna now?
Yes, it is safe, but suggested to check the News updates about the conditions of the nearby localities
Does it snow on Mt etna?
Yes, in the winter season, it is covered with snow and ice
Is Etna still an active volcano?
Yes, it is still one of the active stratovolcano sites in the world, and it is also very powerful.
Where can you see lava on mt etna?
You can find the lava deposits on the Northern Slope, which is from the Rifugio Citelli
What is the nearest city to Mount Etna?
The City of Catania is the closest city to Mt Etna.
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