Volcano eruptions in Iceland continue to cause flight cancellations and delays throughout north-western Europe, though some restrictions are being lifted.
Air traffic control restrictions will be lifted for Scotland in many regions tonight at 7:00 pm (UK time), according to the National Air Traffic Service (NATS) advisory issued today on controlled airspace flights. England and Wales will follow suit tomorrow morning at 7:00 am. NATS warns that flights could still be delayed, and advises for passengers to check with their airline prior to arriving at the airport.
The volcanic ash is heading south of Scotland but a new wave is expected on the weekend, the Health Protection Scotland reports.
Possible light rain might bring the ash down to the ground across the U.K. and could cause problems for people with respiratory problems. Health Protection Scotland advises people using inhalers and other respiratory medications to carry them when going outside, and to watch out for strong acidic smells and dust clouds.
Scientist are now paying close attention to the Katala volcano whose possible eruption can trigger flooding and ground more airplanes, according to The Times Online.
The Eyjafjallajökull volcano, with a diameter of about 2.5 miles, erupted on March 20 in Iceland. The fumes reached about 3,000 feet and about 500 to 600 people were evacuated.
Iceland has contributed one third of world’s lava output and is considered one of the most geologically active areas in the world.
Air traffic control restrictions will be lifted for Scotland in many regions tonight at 7:00 pm (UK time), according to the National Air Traffic Service (NATS) advisory issued today on controlled airspace flights. England and Wales will follow suit tomorrow morning at 7:00 am. NATS warns that flights could still be delayed, and advises for passengers to check with their airline prior to arriving at the airport.
The volcanic ash is heading south of Scotland but a new wave is expected on the weekend, the Health Protection Scotland reports.
Possible light rain might bring the ash down to the ground across the U.K. and could cause problems for people with respiratory problems. Health Protection Scotland advises people using inhalers and other respiratory medications to carry them when going outside, and to watch out for strong acidic smells and dust clouds.
Scientist are now paying close attention to the Katala volcano whose possible eruption can trigger flooding and ground more airplanes, according to The Times Online.
The Eyjafjallajökull volcano, with a diameter of about 2.5 miles, erupted on March 20 in Iceland. The fumes reached about 3,000 feet and about 500 to 600 people were evacuated.
Iceland has contributed one third of world’s lava output and is considered one of the most geologically active areas in the world.
