Europe’s tallest volcano, Mount Etna on the island of Sicily, began erupting on Tuesday in an impressive lava flow emerging from a fissure about 3,000 metres above sea level.

Drone footage shows Europe's tallest volcano spewing smoke and lava on a snow-capped Mount Etna. Lava and ash emissions have increased in the last few days, primarily from the summit craters. Located on the Italian island of Sicily, Etna is also Europe's most active volcano, though its outbursts rarely cause significant damage.

A video captured by Emilio Messina shows Mount Etna's impressive activity in Sicily, including a powerful eruption and lava flow.

Mount Etna, Europe’s tallest and most active volcano, has erupted once again, sending lava flows and thick clouds of ash into the sky. The eruption, which began at 09:30 UTC on

The volcano's eruption lit up the surroundings, sending lava soaring approximately 3,000 meters above sea level, covering the snow summit in lava fire.