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Tourists flock to erupting volcano in Italy, blocking rescue workers

Thousands of people have flocked to Sicily's Mount Etna to see the eruption, creating safety concerns.
Salvo Cocina, head of Sicily's regional Civil Protection agency, stated that the influx of tourists is blocking rescue vehicles, creating a dangerous situation.
Eight hikers attempting to hike without a guide were lost for several hours before rescuers found them, according to Salvo Cocina.
Cocina emphasized that the presence of rescue workers and vehicles is crucial for safety on the volcano.

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