Mount Etna Erupts, Tourists Flee as Volcano Spews Ash and Rocks

Mount Etna Eruption Sends Tourists Fleeing; Mayor Reports Situation Under Control On June 4th, 2025, Mount Etna in Sicily, Italy, erupted, sending a plume of smoke, ash, and rocks into the air. Tourists who were present at the time were forced to flee the area as pyroclastic flows, consisting of hot volcanic gases, ash, and rocks, surged down the mountainside. Footage from the scene shows tourists running to safety as the volcano erupts. According to the National Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology, the eruption was caused by a pyroclastic flow. "The eruption was a pyroclastic flow," stated a spokesperson for the Institute. "This is a common occurrence for Mount Etna, and the situation is being closely monitored." Despite the dramatic visuals, the city mayor reported that the situation is under control and no injuries have been reported. "The situation is under control," the mayor confirmed. "We are monitoring the situation closely and ensuring the safety of all residents and tourists." Mount Etna is known as Europe's most active volcano. While eruptions are a common occurrence, the event serves as a reminder of the power of nature and the importance of preparedness.