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The New York Times · 3d

As Tourists Swarm Erupting Mount Etna, Italian Authorities Warn Them Away

A lot of people are trying to get closer to admire this natural phenomenon,” a local mayor warned his community. “But it is extremely dangerous!”

CNN on MSN · 3d

Tourists flock to erupting volcano in Italy, blocking rescue workers

A week of spectacular lava sprays on Sicily’s snow-capped Mount Etna, one of the world’s most active volcanos, has drawn thousands of people wanting to see the eruption. But the sudden influx of sightseers has become a safety risk, according to Salvo Cocina, head of Sicily’s regional Civil Protection agency.

The Straits Times · 1d

Ill-prepared trekkers swarm Italy’s Mount Etna for high-altitude selfies

Mayors in the area have issued ordnances forbidding people from approaching the lava too closely. Read more at straitstimes.com.

The New York Times · 3d

Authorities Warn Tourists to Keep Clear of Lava Flows on Mount Etna

The latest eruption of Mount Etna in Sicily has drawn crowds of photographers, hikers and nature aficionados, which have congested streets and clogged paths for rescue crews.

Italy volcano eruption attracts thrill-seeking tourists and alarms authorities

Italy's Mount Etna has been erupting, ejecting tons of lava and volcanic gasses over Sicily and even leading to earthquakes. The event has been attracting thrill-seeking tourists and prompting authorities to issue safety warnings.

TheTravel on MSN2d

'Dangerous Situation' at Mount Etna National Park in Sicily After Thousands of Tourists Arrive to View Eruption, Blocking Rescue Personnel

Thrill-seeking tourists are showing total disregard for safety guidelines, which has authorities and officials beyond ...

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Night-time excursions on Italy's Etna volcano spark safety concerns

Tourists climbing Sicily's Mount Etna volcano at night in sneakers and light clothing to get a close-up view of an ongoing ...

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‘Someone cooked a sausage on a lava rock’: Mount Etna’s growing problem with tourists

Despite restrictions being in place to keep visitors away from the eruption site, many are choosing to ignore the warnings ...

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‘River Of Fire’ On Mount Etna Glows In Volcano View From Space

NASA's Landsat 8 satellite snapped a stunning top-down view of an "unusually spectacular" Mount Etna eruption. Infrared data ...

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Mount Etna spews molten hot lava as skiers take to its slopes

A SNOWY ski slope turns into a fiery peak as hot lava spews from an erupting volcano. Mount Etna in Sicily started erupting ...

2don MSN

NASA Image Reveals Lava 'River of Fire' on Snowy Mountain

A red-hot lava flow two miles long has been attracting crowds to the slopes of Mount Etna on the island of Sicily, Italy.

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Hikers flocking to see eruption of Mount Etna cause chaos, blocking emergency services and putting themselves in danger

The active volcano is currently putting on a spectacular display of spurting lava and ash clouds - here's how to see it ...

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Mount Etna volcanic eruption: Is it still safe to travel to Sicily and are flights cancelled?

Europe's most active volcano has been putting on a stunning lava show but what does it mean for travellers? View on euronews ...

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