<br /> <p>After a quiet 2016, Italy’s Mount Etna volcano began a period of activity in late January, 2017. A particularly strong eruption was seen on the night of February 27. This nighttime footage shows lava spewing from the mountain.</p><p>The eruptions didn’t pose any danger to nearby communities according to reports, but could be seen from Catania and Taormina. Fontarossa airport</a> remained open, but an orange alert was issued for pilots. Credit: Giuseppe Tonzuso via Storyful</p><br />
