Mount Etna Erupts: Tourists Flee as Ash Plume Rises Over Sicily

Mount Etna's Eruption Sends Tourists Scrambling for Safety A powerful eruption of Mount Etna sent a massive plume of ash into the sky over Sicily on Monday, June 2, 2025. Tourists near the volcano were caught off guard by the sudden event and were seen running to safety. The eruption created a dramatic scene, captured in a short video by Storyful. "It was incredible," said Aurelien Pouzin, the videographer. "Everyone was in a panic, everyone was going down." The video shows a group of tourists quickly making their way away from the rising ash cloud, highlighting the immediate danger and the necessity for swift action. The eruption served as a stark reminder of the power of nature and the importance of preparedness when visiting active volcanoes. While the eruption was dramatic, no injuries were reported, and the event provided a powerful visual representation of the volcano's strength.