Vesuvius Wildfire Continues to Rage, Shuts Hiking Trails Near Naples
Vesuvius Wildfire Continues to Rage, Shuts Hiking Trails Near Naples Firefighters and military personnel are tirelessly battling a significant wildfire on the flanks of Mount Vesuvius, near Naples, Italy, as of Monday, August 11, 2025. The blaze, which ignited last Friday, August 8, has prompted the closure of all hiking routes up the iconic volcano, a popular tourist destination. The national fire service has deployed 12 ground teams and six Canadair planes to combat the inferno, which has scorched approximately…