Etna active again – ashfall in Sicily

Mount Etna on the Italian island of Sicily has become active again. Ashfall was observed in several populated areas. According to volcanic monitoring services, the eruption caused the formation of an ash cloud that affected residential and industrial areas. Local authorities have taken measures to evacuate the population and restricted access to the most vulnerable areas. The total number of injured is currently unknown, but services are prepared for the possibility of further volcanic activity.