American Hiker Killed by Lightning Strike on Mount Etna
A 29-year-old American man was fatally struck by lightning while hiking on Mount Etna in Sicily, Italy. He died at a hospital in Catania after being found in serious condition.
An American tourist has died after being struck by lightning while hiking on Mount Etna, an active volcano in Sicily, Italy.
Rescue teams located the 29-year-old man on the volcano's eastern slope on Sunday, finding him in serious condition. He was rushed to a hospital in Catania, where medical staff worked to save him, but he was later pronounced dead.
Mount Etna is one of Europe's most active volcanoes and draws large numbers of tourists each year who hike its slopes. Weather conditions in the area can shift quickly, posing risks to hikers exploring the volcanic terrain.
