Lava

Mount Etna in Sicily has roared back into spectacular volcanic action, sending up plumes of ash and spewing lava. Two new fractures opened at the base of the southeastern crater and they were emitting lava flows from an altitude of approximately 3,330 metres. The volcano is also a popular destination for hikers on the Mediterranean island.

One of Central America's most active volcanoes erupted on Sunday 3rd June. Guatemala's Volcan de Fuego, or ‘Volcano of Fire’, exploded in a hail of molten rock killing dozens and blanketing nearby villages in heavy ash. An undetermined number are still missing, and authorities fear the toll could rise.