In August 2024, Mount Etna, Europe’s most active volcano, erupted twice, on the 4th and 14th, lighting up the skies of Sicily and showcasing nature’s unstoppable force. Both eruptions, driven by intense strombolian activity, featured stunning lava fountains, ash clouds, and pyroclastic flows visible for miles around. The Voragine crater, the epicenter of these events, offered a dramatic display of geological energy.
On August 4th, the eruption covered several towns to the East-Southeast in volcanic ash, affecting daily life and prompting flight disruptions at Catania Airport. Just ten days later, Etna erupted again with even greater intensity, renewing aviation alerts and drawing the attention of experts and onlookers alike.
These images reflect the breathtaking moments of molten lava flowing down the slopes, dark ash clouds engulfing the landscape, and the serene yet powerful aftermath. They aim to express the majesty of Etna in full force, a reminder of the delicate balance between human life and the primal forces that shape our world.
August 4th 2024
August 4th 2024
