Tourists Flee as Mount Etna Erupts in Dramatic Eruption

Mount Etna's Eruption Forces Tourist Evacuation in Sicily On June 2nd, 2025, Mount Etna, Europe's most active volcano, erupted in Sicily, Italy, sending a large plume of ash and rocks several kilometers into the air. Tourists who were hiking on the volcano's slopes were forced to evacuate as the eruption began. The event was captured on video, showing people running away from the advancing ash cloud. "It was terrifying," said one witness in a video shared by CNN en Español. "Everyone was in a panic, running downhill." The video footage shows the scale of the eruption and the speed at which tourists had to flee. The authorities have reported no injuries, but the eruption serves as a reminder of the potential dangers of visiting active volcanoes. While the eruption was dramatic, it also showcased the preparedness and swift response of the tourists and authorities in ensuring everyone's safety. The quick evacuation prevented any serious incidents.