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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Travel
Chris Wilson and Benjamin Parker

What are my passenger rights after Italy’s Mount Etna volcano eruption?

EPA

Travellers whose flights are cancelled due to volcanic eruptions may be refused refunds or compensation by their airlines.

Mount Etna, Europe’s highest and most active volcano, erupted yesterday and covered the city of Catania in ash. While no injuries have been reported, the eruption launched a dark plume of ash into the sky, causing flights at Catania airport to be suspended. Today, many flights are still being delayed or diverted to nearby Comiso.

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