Ash cloud from Etna volcano reaching 4.6 km, Italy

The Toulouse Volcanic Ash Advisory Center (VAAC) reported volcanic ash in the vicinity of Etna volcano, Italy, at 4.6 km (15 000 feet) altitude, based on observations at 16:00 UTC on August 13, 2026. The advisory relied on data from INGV VONA, webcams, and satellite imagery.

The highest concentration of volcanic ash was confined to the area near the volcano. Model forecasts in the advisory indicated that ash cloud movement at 4.6 km (15 000 feet) altitude would remain in the region through the next 18 hours. The Aviation Color Code was stated as RED. The advisory noted that quantitative volcanic ash analysis was not provided due to the low intensity of the event.

Etna is a large stratovolcano located in the Sicily volcanic province of southern Italy.