Geological map of Mount Etna West Rift (Italy)

A comprehensive geological map of Mount Etna's West Rift, Italy, reveals the volcano's complex eruptive history and structural framework. The study identifies 40+ eruptive fissures active over the past 15,000 years, with some forming within the last 2,000 years, which have shaped the region's monogenetic cones and lava flow fields. By integrating high-resolution orthoimages and DEM analysis with detailed field surveys at a 1:10,000 scale, researchers mapped lithostratigraphic units and synthems, providing unprecedented clarity on the West Rift's evolution. This work enhances understanding of Mount Etna's eruptive dynamics, contributing to broader assessments of its structural framework.

Bellotti, F., Branca, S., & Groppelli, G. (2010). Geological map of Mount Etna West Rift (Italy). Journal of Maps, 6(1), 96–122. https://doi.org/10.4113/jom.2010.1115