Crater still smouldering after tourists flee strongest volcanic blast in four years - Footage shared on social media shows huge clouds of black smoke after the eruption

Italy's Mount Etna on the island of Sicily erupted Monday, spewing ash and hot lava that sent tourists fleeing from the 10,925-foot mountain, which is one of the world's most active volcanoes.

Mount Etna is one of the world's most active volcanoes. It's the most active volcano in Europe. Its activity increased during 2025, including spectacular eruptions in February, April, and May this year, producing lava flows and ash clouds.