Europe's largest volcano is slipping toward the Mediterranean Sea

According to scientists, Europe's largest and most active volcano, Mount Etna is moving slowly toward the Mediterranean Sea.

The volcano is located on the eastern coast of the Italian island of Sicily, where it is moving to an average rate of 14 millimeters a year.

Experts have warned that eventually the slide could lead to a greater risk of failing large slopes, which could cause landslides

Volcanologist Dr. John Murray stressed that the current present-day movement poses no danger to life, but warned that monitoring the volcano for change was crucial.

At the moment there is no reason for concern about the volcano's slide toward the sea, the movement is too small. However, the possibility of future change should be taken seriously, so it is important to observe the” movement, Dr Murray said.