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Mount Etna eruption disrupts Catania airport and Sicily travel

The eruption of Mount Etna in Sicily has caused significant disruption to regional travel and infrastructure. Catania-Fontanarossa Airport faced its most severe operational crisis in 20 years, with approximately 36 percent of scheduled flights cancelled between August 6 and August 12 due to volcanic ash clouds. While flight operations began to normalize on August 15 following a reduction in the volcanic alert level from red to orange, many airlines continued to cancel specific routes.

The economic impact on Sicily's tourism sector is substantial, with estimated losses between 12 and 24 million euros. Thousands of travelers were affected, with many forced to divert to alternative airports in Palermo, Trapani, and Comiso, or endure long road journeys.

Geological activity remains a concern. The National Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology (INGV) reported a new lava flow in the Valle del Bove and a 3.9 magnitude earthquake near Linguaglossa, which caused damage to local roads. Additionally, the eruption has been accompanied by tragic human consequences, including the death of a 29-year-old American tourist struck by lightning on the volcano.

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Assoercencenti · Catania Airport · Catania Airport · Catania-Fontanarossa Airport · Codacons · Comiso Airport · Comiso Airport · Enrico Trantino · INGV · Mount Etna · National Institute of Geophysics and Volcanology · Palermo Airport

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