Catania Airport closed this morning due to volcano eruption + Strike

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We would like to inform you that the airport of Catania has been closed 
due to the intense volcanic activity of Etna, resulting in the 
cancellation of all departing and arriving flights. The Crisis Unit has 
planned the closing until 12 a.m. today, when the decision will be 
updated; even if the airport reopened, delays and cancellations would be 
expected all day long.

For updates please see the Airport's website www.aeroporto.catania.it 
<http://www.aeroporto.catania.it>

We also report that air traffic controllers of Palermo Airport have 
called a sudden strike of 8 hours today, from 10 to 18, which could 
cause some delays and cancellations. It is advisable to check the status 
of your flight at the flwng link
www.gesap.it/index.php?livello=In+tempo+reale&sezione=206&lang=it 
<http://www.gesap.it/index.php?livello=In+tempo+reale&sezione=206&lang=it>


We are available for any further necessity.


Best Regards,

*Operations / **Carlson Wagonlit Travel*
phone +39 040 2240584 | fax +39 040 064 23 20
Via Beirut, 6 | 34151 Trieste | Italy
ictp at cwtbook.it <mailto:ictp at cwtbook.it> | www.carlsonwagonlit.com 
<http://www.carlsonwagonlit.com/>
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