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Tourist killed by lightning strike on Mount Etna in Italy

17 August 2026 11:56

A 30-year-old tourist, believed to be a US citizen, was killed by a lightning strike on Mount Etna in Italy, according to Rai News.

He reportedly entered a restricted area to get a closer look at the volcano’s summit.

A severe thunderstorm struck the area around midday, and lightning hit him.

“He was found dying several hours later. Firefighters evacuated him by helicopter, and despite emergency medical treatment, he could not be saved,” the report noted.

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