Europe’s tallest active volcano roared as it spewed lava from one of its largest craters. Lava fountains and flows were captured on video of the intensifying volcanic activity. Etna is located in Sicily and is one of the world’s most active volcanoes.

Italy: Etna volcano eruption lits up Sicilian sky

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According to Italy's National Institute of Geophysics and Vulcanology(INGV), Mount Etna has increased its height, reaching 3,357 metres above sea level, due to continuous volcanic activity.

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Mount Etna, which has been erupting regularly since February, has left thousands of towns in Sicily facing bankruptcy. The disposal of ash is subject to a premium of approximately €20 (£17) a cubic meter in Italy since it is considered special refuse.

Clean-up costs from Etna threaten to bankrupt several Sicilian towns

Mount Etna, Europe’s most active volcano, continued to spew lava, ashes and volcanic stones on Thursday.

Mount Etna continues to spew lava and ashes

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