The eruption of the Etna volcano disrupts operations at the airport in Catania, Sicily. Among other things, a flight to Katowice with Poles on board is delayed. The plane had to turn back after takeoff due to turbulence.
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On the night from Saturday to Sunday, a spectacular phase of activity of the highest active volcano in Europe could be observed. A fountain of lava and smoke was 10 kilometers high.
As a result, travel to and from the Italian island of Sicily is difficult. Catania International Airport has delayed and even canceled some flights. Some have been redirected.
This is the case, for example, of a flight from Warsaw that was redirected to Palermo. The return flight from Catania was canceled.
In turn, the flight to Katowice with Poles on board is delayed. We received information about this from our listener.
As Mr. Przemek explains, the plane took off with a delay of several hours. After about 30 minutes of flight, during turbulence, the stewardess suffered a head injury and the plane had to return to Catania.
We are currently on the plane and waiting for the next flight, he says.
Following the explosion in the Voragine crater yesterday evening, nearby towns were covered in black volcanic ash.
Airport officials advise passengers to contact their airline for information about their flights.
For example, you can check the app, social media or the airline’s website for the latest information about your trip. It’s also worth checking your email, as your flight provider may notify you of any changes.
