WATCH: Italy’s Stromboli volcano erupts unexpectedly, lava bombs and fireballs

By Rebecca Ann Hughes • 20 July 2020 • 12:01

Italy’s Stromboli volcano erupted without warning early on Sunday morning, surprising its island’s residents with a dramatic explosion that shot fireballs and lava into the air.

The eruption happened at around 3 am on Sunday and lasted for about four minutes. There was a loud explosion that scattered lava and debris down the sides of the crater where hikers often climb.

Webcam footage captured the exploding “lava bombs”.