New disruptions at Catania Airport due to the activity of theEtnaA new ash cloud from Etna has led to the suspension of incoming flights until 16pm, Following the closure of sector C1 of the airspace, Fontanarossa airport is once again faced with the volcano's activity, which, even during the summer months, has caused cancellations, diversions, and disruptions for thousands of passengers.
The cloud, approximately 4 kilometers high, is moving south, toward Catania Airport. The phenomenon is also being monitored by visible and thermal surveillance cameras. In light of the red alert for aviation, the Bags, the company that manages the airport, has ordered the suspension of arrivals and the deviation of national and international flights to other airports Sicilians, including the Falcone-Borsellino of Palermo.
Etna, red alert for ash cloud
The INGV, through the Etna Observatory, has issued a new red-colored Vona. According to the SNOW regarding the volcano's activity, variable degassing phenomena are underway from the summit craters, with almost continuous ash emissions from the North-East Crater, weak Strombolian activity and sporadic emissions from the Bocca Nuova.
The situation remains evolving. SAC invites passengers to check the status of your flight directly with the airline before going to the airport.
