WorldPublished: 12 August 2026 at 14:04

Catania airport remains closed due to Mount Etna eruption

Italian authorities confirmed on Wednesday that Catania airport in Sicily remains closed because of the ongoing eruption of Mount Etna.

An eruption of Mount Etna on the Italian island of Sicily has continued to disrupt air travel, with Catania airport still closed on Wednesday, local authorities reported.

Etna is one of the most active volcanoes in Europe, and its eruptions periodically affect air traffic in the region, since ash released during an eruption can pose risks to aircraft safety and engine function.

It is not yet known how long the airport will remain closed or when normal operations might resume. Authorities continue to monitor the situation.

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