Mount Etna's ongoing volcanic activity disrupts summer travel
Summary
Mount Etna, a volcano in Sicily, Italy, has been erupting and sending ash into the air. This has forced the closure of Catania’s airport for five days in a row, leaving many summer travelers unable to fly. The airport will stay closed until the early hours of August 15, making it the longest disruption caused by Etna since 2002.Key Facts
- Mount Etna is the largest active volcano in Europe.
- Its eruption has spread ash over Sicily, causing travel problems.
- Catania’s airport, the biggest airport on the island, has been closed for five continuous days.
- Hundreds of travelers have been stranded due to the airport closure.
- The airport will remain closed until early August 15.
- This is the longest airport shutdown caused by Mount Etna since 2002.
- The disruption happens during the busiest summer travel week.
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