Mount Etna tours resumed after the following the Sicilian volcanoThe eruption of’s on Monday, 2 June that sent hikers running from its large plumes.
This scene is not atypical, despite its dramatic nature. the Italian islandNo injuries or deaths have been reported. According to officials, the June 2 eruption, the largest in the past four years, posed no threat to locals or visitors.
“Every Sicilian has known that Mount Etna has erupted a few time a year since the dawning of time. This results in mostly ashfall,” Condé Nast Traveler travel specialist Marcello GiancoliAccording to, a travel planner who specializes on Italy trips. This means that volcano activity is part of everyday life in the area. With safety measures put into place, it is both a natural hazard and a great attraction.
Have you got an upcoming event? trip planned to Sicily, Here’s all you need to Know about the recent eruption.
How often does Mount Etna erupt?
According to the, Monday’s eruption was several hours long and resulted in lava fountains and gas explosions as well as ash clouds that were visible over much of eastern Sicily. Italian Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology. This was the fourteenth eruption of the volcano since mid-March.
Volcanic Activity at Mount Etna Is “Predominantly effusive” and Characterized by Lava Flows that Do Not Impact Surrounding Populations. Ernesto Fucci, a trip designer for Sicily and Puglia at Butterfield&Robinson, tells Condé Nast Traveler. “Lava flows are a common and regular feature of eruptions. They are also a great attraction.
The ash could cause inconvenience to the residents of nearby cities.
Does it affect my flight?
A flight warning system was implemented at Catania Airport Monday is the Associated Press reportedThe airport was not closed and there were no significant disruptions to flights. The ash from this volcano has caused the airport to be closed in the past. flights to Sicily For several days or hours.
Fucci said that “the alert level dropped quickly to yellow, and it will return to normal in the next few days.” “There was a small impact on flights from and to Catania airport but this only lasted a few minutes and now the situation is back to normal.”
What resources should I check?
Scientists have developed automatic alert tools Giancoli says that it is possible to predict Mount Etna eruptions “hours or days in advance” by monitoring earthquakes and changes in the ground. The Italian government set the alert level of Mount Etna to “yellow” on Wednesday, June 4. This means that signs of volcanic activity have been slightly above normal.
The monitoring of Etna’s volcanic activities is very high Civil Protection Department Then, there is the Italian Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology,” Fucci says. “The second is the authority in this field, and they constantly provide information and updates on the volcanic activity.”
Is it safe for me to climb Mount Etna safely?
Mount Etna’s peak is 11,014-feet tall, and its slopes lead to the Ionian Sea. This makes it a favorite attraction for hikers as well as tourists. Video footage obtained by CNN The photo shows a group of hikers running away from the blast on June 2. Italian officials confirmed that everyone was evacuated safely.
Since the eruption of the volcano in May, many hikers are returning to its slopes. However, officials warn tourists to always check warnings for any dangers before heading to the summit. Reuters reports. For hikes above 2500m, trekkers must be accompanied by a guide.
There are a number of activities that can take place on Mt. Etna is a mountain that offers everything from guided jeep tours to helicopter tours, from mountain biking and hiking to mountain biking in the company experienced volcanologists.
This is an evolving news story that will be updated as new information becomes available.
