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Mount Etna LIVE: Eruption sparks panic in Sicily as Catania Airport cancels flights
Daily Express • • world
Key Points:
- ITA Airways announced that all departing and arriving flights at Catania Fontanarossa Airport are subject to cancellation or rescheduling due to the temporary closure of the airport.
- The closure is caused by volcanic ash in the atmosphere from Mount Etna’s increased activity, which began around 7:45 a.m. and intensified before 9 a.m.
- An eruptive cloud approximately 1.5 kilometers high has formed above Mount Etna’s summit, prompting suspension of incoming flights for safety reasons.
- The volcanic ash cloud is expected to move toward the southern and south-southeast areas, according to INGV models.
- Passengers are advised to check their flight status on ITA Airways’ website and app before traveling to the airport.
