Photo Gallery Stromboli Erupts
The volcano on the island of Stromboli, off the coast of Sicily, erupted on Tuesday. The lava flowed down the side of the volcano into the sea.
An emergency plan already in place was put into action on Tuesday. The authorities are concerned that the eruptions, which are more violent than usual, could cause a tidal wave.
Stromboli is an active volcano, with small eruptions every 20 minutes or so. It attracts thousands of tourists each year.
Plumes of smoke are seen coming from molten lava flowing down the side of the island. The authorities are asking people to stay away from the coast. A tidal wave in 2002 hit Stromboli and two neighboring islands.
The island is 60 kilometers (40 miles) north of Sicily and is just 12 square kilometers in area.
A view of Stromboli island during an eruption on Tuesday, Feb. 27. In December 2002 the island had to be evacuated following violent eruptions.
