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Mount Etna Erupts Again in Sicily, Italy

Mount Etna Erupts Again in Sicily, Italy

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June 03, 2025

Mount Etna Erupts Again in Sicily, Italy

Mount Etna volcano located on Sicily island, Italy erupted  recently.

About Mount Etna

  • Mount Etna is one of the most continuously active stratovolcano volcanoes in the world, and Europe’s largest active volcano.
  • Geographical Location: Mount Etna is on the east coast of Sicily, (Italy) which is the largest island in the Mediterranean Sea.
  • Physical Features: The summit of Mount Etna features five main craters which are the primary sources of its frequent eruptions. 
    • Additionally, the mountain is dotted with over 300 vents that vary in size. These vents are scattered along its slopes and contribute to both summit and flank eruptions.
  • World Heritage Site: Mount Etna has been designated a World Heritage Site since 2013. 
    • According to UNESCO, the volcano’s eruptive history can be traced back 500,000 years, out of which 2,700 years of this activity has been documented.

  • Stratovolcano/Composite volcanoes:  These are cone-shaped volcanoes built up from layers of lava, ash, and other volcanic materials. 
    • They are characterized by steep slopes and often form near subduction zones.
  • Summit Eruption: It refers to volcanic activity occurring at the central vent, usually at or near the very top of the volcano. This is the primary vent where the main conduit from the magma chamber reaches the surface.
  • Flank Eruptions: It occurs on the sides or lower parts of a volcano, rather than at the peak. These eruptions emerge from side vents or fissures that are typically connected to the main magma conduit but can have separate pathways.

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