The first explosion took place at 09:05 UTC and emitted abundant ash along with incandescent material and large lava blocks up to 250 m (820 feet) above the crater that fell in the summit area and along the Sciara del Fuoco, INGV said.
This explosion was followed by a second explosive event at 09:06 UTC and was characterized by a modest fountain.
The third explosion took place at 09:10 UTC with the launch of pyroclastic material of lower intensity, compared to the first explosion.
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