tourist Italy has ignored important instructions from local governments after a major volcanic eruption Early this month.
Mount Etna is an active Stratovolcano on the east coast of Italy's stunning Sicily. It first exploded on February 8th.
The lava emerged from the volcano and descended along the southwest flank of the volcano, reaching an altitude of about 1,950 meters above sea level. Tourists have seen their sight nearby as they climbed the mountains to be nearby.
Restrictions have been introduced, and tourists must remain at the minimum distance 500 meters from the lava flow and must be accompanied by a guide.
However, these rules are not tracked. People are getting too close to seeing the eruptions that have been happening for days, according to the mountain police, known as Socorso Alpino.
Not only that, people continue skiing on the mountain slopes.
Security guards are asking the public to take responsibility as the large number of people in the mountains makes it difficult for authorities to monitor the situation.
In addition to the extremely dangerous nature of hot molten lava, the winter conditions of the mountains are also a problem. Although proper clothing is needed to stay safe in Mount Etna, that is another big issue that people are not considering.
“We're already doing rescues, mainly because people don't have the right clothes,” shares Paolo Bernardini, former rescue team at Mount Nicolosi.
“We find hypothermia tourists,” he continued. Despite the ban issued by the mayor of the Catania region, the photos show a crowd of people gathered to witness what was happening.
The photo also shows ash, burning rocks and lava.
This current emerged from a crack in the south rim of Boccanu Oba Crater. Fortunately, lava flows pose no immediate threat to the residential area.
However, those planning to see lava flows must adhere to local government regulations that have introduced safety for those around them.
