Italy's Mount Vesuvius closed to tourists as wildfire rages

This Sunday has been devastating for countries in southern Europe facing violent fires. Massive resources - including firefighters and the army - were deployed in southern Italy to battle a blaze on the flanks of Mount Vesuvius near Naples. Story by France 2 and Nicholas Rushworth.

Aug 11, 2025 - 22:03
Italy's Mount Vesuvius closed to tourists as wildfire rages
This Sunday has been devastating for countries in southern Europe facing violent fires. Massive resources - including firefighters and the army - were deployed in southern Italy to battle a blaze on the flanks of Mount Vesuvius near Naples. Story by France 2 and Nicholas Rushworth.