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An IndiGo flight from Kannur to Abu Dhabi, operating under the name of 6E 1433, was diverted to Ahmedabad on Monday following a massive volcanic Eruption in Hayli Gubbi in Ethiopia, the first after a gap of nearly 10,000 years. According to the official statement from the airlines, the flight has now landed in Ahmedabad. The statement further said that the Indian airline will provide a return service to Kannur. 

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Airlines On High Alert

The latest disruption in flight schedules comes from the eruption of Ethiopia's Hayli Gubbi volcano, which erupted on Sunday, November 23, for the first time in nearly 10,000 years. The ash plumes were projected to move towards northern India, rraising concerns for flight routes passing through the region.

Indian aviation authorities and airlines are monitoring potential impact on flight operations over Delhi and Jaipur starting Monday evening, with some flights already adjusting routes to avoid the plume.

Akasa Issues Travel Advisory

Meanwhile, Akasa Air issued travel advisory owing to the volcanic eruption in Ethiopia. In a post on X (formerly Twitter), the Indian airline wrote, "We are closely monitoring the volcanic activity in Ethiopia and its potential impact on flight operations in nearby regions.  Our teams will continue to assess the situation in compliance with international aviation advisories and safety protocols and take necessary actions as required. At Akasa Air, passenger safety and well-being is our utmost priority."

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Hayli Gubbi Volcano

The Hayli Gubbi Volcano located in Ethiopia's Erta Ale Range sent huge chunks of ash and sulphur dioxide flying into the atmosphere on Sunday, November 23 morning. Satellite imagery provided by the Toulouse Volcanic Ash Advisory Centre gave an estimated radius of 10 km to 15 km where the ash was thrown out. The advisory centre further said that the fumes erupting from the volcano are drifting eastward across the Red Sea. 

The ash cloud has already affected regions in Oman and Yemen, prompting environmental and aviation advisories.

As per a report by Khaleej Times, Oman's Environment Authority has already issued an advisory for the citizens on the possible impacts from volcanic gas and ash. Authorities are currently monitoring the situation through 68 monitoring stations, including eight in Dhofar and five in Al Wusta. Fortunately, none of the stations have recorded an increase in the pollutant levels so far. Residents can track real-time air quality through the country’s “Naqi” platform, officials said.

Despite being located far off, the scale of the eruption has sent aviation authorities to issue cautionary notices to travellers.

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