Volcanic ash

The last disastrous explosion of the Taal volcano was in 1965, when more than 200 people were killed.

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.