An eruption began at Mount Etna in Italy

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The famous volcano Etna, located on the Italian island of Sicily, has begun to erupt, spewing fountains of lava and large columns of smoke. According to experts, the height of the eruptive column exceeded 4.5 kilometers above sea level. Ash fell in several cities on the coast of the Ionian Sea, but the eruption has subsided and the situation is returning to normal.

Etna, considered one of the most active volcanoes in the world, is under almost constant observation by scientists. Over the last decade, it has periodically erupted, but most of these eruptions are characterized by a low level of activity.

The period of eruptions began back in 2013, and already in 2021, the height of the volcano increased by almost 30 meters due to a significant release of volcanic material. And while the eruptions may cause some inconvenience, for now they are not considered serious for those visiting or living in the area.