Top Stories· August 17, 2026 at 12:23 p.m.
Hiker Dies After Being Struck by Lightning on Mount Etna
Key takeaways
- Hiker dies after being struck by lightning
- Incident happened on Mount Etna
- Thunderstorm developed during the hike
A 30-year-old hiker has died after being struck by lightning while climbing Mount Etna, a report from local media states. The incident occurred during a thunderstorm that developed on the active volcano.
