All flights have been cancelled or diverted to other airports in Sicily on Italy’s busy Ferragosto public holiday.
Travel to and from the Italian island of Sicily is currently disrupted due to a volcanic eruption that happened overnight.
Catania international airport remains closed on Thursday 15 August, with all arrivals and departures suspended after Mount Etna billowed smoke into the air. The volcanic ash affects visibility for pilots.
It is estimated that operations will resume at around 6pm but passengers have been advised to check their flight status before leaving home.
The disruption comes on one of the busiest days for travel as Italy celebrates its biggest national public holiday, Ferragosto.
Source: euronews