Europe's most active volcano, Mount Etna, has roared back to life in recent weeks. From the Voragine crater, perched atop the Sicilian giant, a mesmerizing spectacle unfolds - a fiery cascade of lava flows downhill towards the Bocca Nuova crater.
Nicknamed "the abyss" in Italian, Voragine last erupted in February 2020. This week, however, the crater has reawakened with renewed fury, spewing molten lava and unleashing thunderous booms that resonate across the island.
Formed in 1945, just as World War II concluded, Voragine began as a mere crack in Etna's central crater. Since then, it has become one of the volcano's most active vents, notorious for its deafening eruptions.
Etna's resurgence serves as a powerful reminder of nature's raw power. The volcano poses a real threat to the communities that call its slopes home. It's crucial to be prepared and follow official instructions in the event of an eruption.
For those brave enough to witness Etna's fiery rage firsthand, approaching the volcano demands extreme caution and respect.
