https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/american-tourist-killed-by-lightning-while-hiking-sicily-s-mount-etnaContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/american-tourist-killed-by-lightning-while-hiking-sicily-s-mount-etnahttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/american-tourist-killed-by-lightning-while-hiking-sicily-s-mount-etna#u45219Wed, 19 Aug 2026 15:35:23 +0000A 30-year-old American tourist was killed by a lightning strike while hiking on Mount Etna, an erupting volcano in Sicily, Italy. The incident occurred recently, with multiple sources confirming the details. The tourist was hiking on the volcano when the lightning struck, resulting in their death.Why it mattersMount Etna is an active volcano in Sicily, Italy, known for its frequent eruptions. The volcano's slopes are popular with hikers and tourists, who are drawn to the area's unique landscapes and geological features. Lightning strikes can be a hazard in such environments, particul