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Mount Etna continues to erupt in Italy

Mount Etna continues to erupt in Italy
France 24
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Mount Etna's ongoing volcanic activity has suspended flights at Catania airport in Sicily, yet the spectacular lava flows have become a major tourist draw, with guided night hike companies overwhelmed by visitor requests. The eruption is notable for its unusual persistence and sustained ash emissions from Europe's largest active volcano.

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Flights at Catania airport in Sicily remain suspended because of ongoing volcanic activity from Mount Etna. But for those already on the island, the spectacular lava flows have become a major attraction, drawing crowds of tourists to safe viewing points. Companies organising guided nighttime hikes say they have been flooded with calls from visitors hoping to see the eruption up close. Etna is Europe’s largest active volcano, and the latest activity has been unusual for its persistence and sustained ash emissions. Emily Boyle reports.

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Tags:#إيطاليا#جبل إتنا#بركان#صقلية#كاتانيا#الكوارث الطبيعية
Source: France 24

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