The ash expelled by Mount Etna, located in Sicily, forced the suspension of air links at Catania airport. Volcanic activity released ash that affected air traffic operations in the region.
Catania airport had already been forced to close in August due to Etna's activity. This new eruption again caused flight disruptions, affecting passengers who intended to travel to and from the island.
Mount Etna is one of the most active in Europe and is in constant eruptive activity, which frequently causes temporary closure of airspace over Sicily. Airport authorities are monitoring the situation to assess when it will be possible to safely resume operations.
