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Italy, Mount Etna and Erupting

As Tourists Swarm Erupting Mount Etna, Italian Authorities Warn Them Away

A lot of people are trying to get closer to admire this natural phenomenon,” a local mayor warned his community. “But it is extremely dangerous!”

CNN on MSN · 2d

Tourists flock to erupting volcano in Italy, blocking rescue workers

A week of spectacular lava sprays on Sicily’s snow-capped Mount Etna, one of the world’s most active volcanos, has drawn thousands of people wanting to see the eruption. But the sudden influx of sightseers has become a safety risk, according to Salvo Cocina, head of Sicily’s regional Civil Protection agency.

The Straits Times · 7h

Ill-prepared trekkers swarm Italy’s Mount Etna for high-altitude selfies

Mayors in the area have issued ordnances forbidding people from approaching the lava too closely. Read more at straitstimes.com.

The New York Times · 2d

Authorities Warn Tourists to Keep Clear of Lava Flows on Mount Etna

The latest eruption of Mount Etna in Sicily has drawn crowds of photographers, hikers and nature aficionados, which have congested streets and clogged paths for rescue crews.

NBC News · 1d

Italy volcano eruption attracts thrill-seeking tourists and alarms authorities

Italy's Mount Etna has been erupting, ejecting tons of lava and volcanic gasses over Sicily and even leading to earthquakes. The event has been attracting thrill-seeking tourists and prompting authorities to issue safety warnings.

‘Someone cooked a sausage on a lava rock’: Mount Etna’s growing problem with tourists

Despite restrictions being in place to keep visitors away from the eruption site, many are choosing to ignore the warnings ...

Night-time excursions on Italy's Etna volcano spark safety concerns

Tourists climbing Sicily's Mount Etna volcano at night in sneakers and light clothing to get a close-up view of an ongoing ...

Ill-prepared trekkers swarm Mt Etna for high-altitude selfies

Authorities near Sicily's Mount Etna are bracing to control an influx of visitors this weekend, attracted by a two-week flow ...

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Nighttime Thrill at Mount Etna: A Dangerous Adventure for Tourists

Tourists are risking their lives climbing Mount Etna at night to witness its eruption. Despite warnings from rescuers, many ...

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Highly Active Volcano Erupting in Italy: Latest Update on Mount Etna's Status

Mount Etna in Italy, one of the most active volcanoes in the world ... The surge of thousands of tourists, however, has created significant safety concerns, warns Salvo Cocina, head of Sicily's ...

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'Dangerous Situation' at Mount Etna National Park in Sicily After Thousands of Tourists Arrive to View Eruption, Blocking Rescue Personnel

Thrill-seeking tourists are showing total disregard for safety guidelines, which has authorities and officials beyond ...

Watch: Stunning Moment Lava Meets Snow In Mount Etna Eruption

Lava erupted from the Bocca Nuova crater on Monday, February 10, offering a spectacular spectacle against the snow-covered ...

Watch Skiers and Snowboarders Ride Sicily’s Mount Etna as It Erupts

Skiing on an erupting volcano is a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Watch these three mountain athletes shred past flowing lava ...

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‘It rumbles like a giant tiger in a cage’: Experts on climbing Mount Etna during an eruption

Thousands are flocking to Mount Etna’s slopes, but only an expert guide can make sure you visit safely. View on euronews ...

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