Mount Etna Erupts, Flights Grounded

Europe's most active volcano, Mount Etna, roared back to life with lava fountains and a towering ash plume that drifted across Sicily.

Catania Airport suspended all flights due to the ash, sparking travel chaos.

Italy's civil protection agency issued a red alert for the area.

No injuries were reported, but the eruption added to a season of extreme natural events across southern Europe.