Mount Etna Live Webcam
Vincenzo Modica / Vedetta.org
Check the displayed timestamp and whether the image advances. The feed can be delayed or interrupted; a still image does not establish current activity.
Official INGV volcanic tremor
Volcanic tremor is a seismic signal interpreted together with other scientific observations. Read the station labels, scale and timestamp on the INGV chart. A rise alone does not predict a specific eruption; a low trace does not establish absence of hazards or permission to visit.
INGV — Osservatorio Etneo (official data, source)
Open the chart at its original size to read its labels and timestamps.
See it in person
Webcam questions
Is Etna erupting right now?
Read dated INGV bulletins for reported volcanic activity. The webcam alone cannot establish whether an eruption is happening now or whether a route is accessible.
Where is this webcam located?
The webcam looks towards Etna’s summit area from the eastern side. It is operated by Vincenzo Modica, founder of Visit Mount Etna.
When can you see lava on the webcam?
Lava may be visible during an eruptive phase when framing and visibility allow. Darkness, cloud, an interrupted feed or a different vent can prevent a view.
Want to understand what you are watching? Read the current eruption status and what it means for visitors. Planning ahead? Here is the best time to visit Mount Etna.
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