Stromboli volcano erupts, sends lava and ash into the sea

The volcano eruption occurred on Wednesday evening on the Italian island of Stromboli. During the eruption, the volcano expelled lava and ash into the air. Additionally, a fragment of the crater collapsed into the sea, creating huge clouds of smoke. Stromboli is one of many tourist attractions in Italy.

Situated on the Italian island of Stromboli, the volcano has recently become more active, expelling lava into the air. The eruption took place on Wednesday before 1 PM ET. Lava began to flow from the northern part of the crater. This was accompanied by a significant increase in volcanic tremors.

The volcano's activity led to a partial collapse of part of the active cone. This caused large landslides that surged strongly towards the sea, generating clouds of dust and ash that rose into the air.

Lava also flowed from several other places, but these additional streams did not cause any major damage. According to the portal meteo.it, the National Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology predicts a possibility of additional smaller eruptions in the near future.

The Stromboli volcano is constantly active, and island residents are accustomed to eruptions and the sight of lava, but in the past few hours, many were concerned by the presence of a large cloud of smoke - confirms meteo.it.

Thanks to prior observations, the volcano eruption was predicted. Several hours before the eruption, a gradual increase in seismic signal was recorded, initially at a medium-high level and then transitioning to high. The data allowed scientists to predict the forthcoming volcanic activity, which is important for protecting residents and tourists on the island.

The Stromboli volcano is located on an island of the same name, situated in the Tyrrhenian Sea, north of Sicily. Eruptions are observed every year as part of its regular activity. Despite this, the island is home to about 600 people and additionally attracts many tourists.

Stromboli volcano eruptions usually occur in series. At intervals of several minutes, the volcano expels lava, volcanic bombs, and ash into the air. In the evenings, ships and tour boats gather around the island to admire the sight of lava flowing down the slopes.

The last major eruption of the volcano occurred in 2019, when one person died and several others were injured. Despite the risks associated with volcanic activity, Stromboli remains a popular tourist attraction, offering unforgettable views and unique experiences.