The eruption of Ethiopia’s long-dormant Hayli Gubbi volcano, the first time in more than 10,000 years, has triggered significant disruption across aviation routes in the region, prompting safety warnings and flight adjustments.
The reawakening of the long-dormant Hayli Gubbi sent an ash plume soaring up to 45,000 feet, prompting aviation authorities to issue an urgent advisory directing airlines to steer clear of the ash cloud.
Ash plume moves towards northern India
Volcanic ash cloud from Hayli Gubbi is expected to enter western India on Tuesday evening, moving across Gujarat, Rajasthan, northwest Maharashtra, Delhi, Haryana and Punjab, before eventually reaching the Himalayan region, IndiaMetSky Weather said.
According to ANI reports, the high-altitude plume, travelling at 100–120 km/h between 15,000 and 45,000 feet, contains volcanic ash, sulphur dioxide, and small rock particles. Authorities warn it may darken skies, create haze, and disrupt air travel, causing delays.
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