Etna Erupts: Crater Collapse Sends Tourists Fleeing

Mount Etna's Eruption Causes Crater Collapse, Tourists Flee On June 2nd, 2025, Mount Etna in Italy experienced a significant eruption, accompanied by the collapse of part of its Southeast crater. The event, which began with increased volcanic tremor, sent a considerable flow of volcanic material down the mountain's side. Dramatic video footage shows tourists quickly evacuating the area as a large plume of ash and smoke billowed into the sky. One eyewitness, a tourist named Marco Rossi, stated, "It was terrifying. The ground shook, and then this huge cloud of smoke and ash erupted. We ran as fast as we could." Experts from the National Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology are monitoring the situation closely. While this type of activity is not uncommon for Etna, the scale of the collapse is noteworthy. The eruption serves as a powerful reminder of the volcano's dynamic nature and the importance of preparedness in areas with volcanic activity. Thankfully, no injuries were reported.