Huge plumes of ash and smoke were filmed erupting from Mount Etna, Sicily on 27 December as skiers used the slopes below. Scientists at the Istituto Nazionale di Geofisica e Vulcanologia said volcanic activity at the site, which frequently erupts, had intensified, with craters continuously emitting ash. In response, scientists issued a red Volcano Observatory Notice for Aviation, its highest level, though authorities said flights would continue to operate normally at a nearby Airport unless ashfall increased.
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Snow-capped Mount Etna erupts as skiers glide down slopes
On December 27th, Mount Etna in Sicily experienced an intensified eruption, emitting large plumes of ash and smoke. The Istituto Nazionale di Geofisica e Vulcanologia reported continuous ash emissions from the craters, leading to a red Volcano Observatory Notice for Aviation, the highest alert level.
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On December 27th, Mount Etna in Sicily experienced an intensified eruption, emitting large plumes of ash and smoke. The Istituto Nazionale di Geofisica e Vulcanologia reported continuous ash emissions from the craters, leading to a red Volcano Observatory Notice for Aviation, the highest alert level. Despite the eruption, skiers were observed on the slopes below the volcano. Authorities stated that flights at a nearby airport would continue to operate normally unless ashfall increased significantly. Mount Etna is known for frequent volcanic activity.
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Scientists issued a red Volcano Observatory Notice for Aviation, its highest level.
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Volcanic activity at Mount Etna had intensified, with craters continuously emitting ash.
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Skiers used the slopes below Mount Etna during the eruption.
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Huge plumes of ash and smoke were filmed erupting from Mount Etna, Sicily on 27 December.
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Flights would continue to operate normally at a nearby airport unless ashfall increased.
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