Rome/Catania – Air traffic at Catania Airport was temporarily halted on Tuesday afternoon after a fire broke out near the Sicilian facility. According to the airport operator, the surrounding airspace was also closed to allow firefighting aircraft to operate. Fire crews are working to bring the blaze under control.
Although the fire did not reach the airport grounds, thick smoke and potential hazards prompted the suspension of operations to protect passengers, staff, and infrastructure. Several scheduled flights were delayed or diverted to other Sicilian airports, including Palermo and Comiso, causing disruption for hundreds of travellers at the peak of the summer holiday season.
Local authorities have not yet confirmed the cause of the blaze, but strong winds and high temperatures — exceeding 40°C in parts of Sicily — have fuelled wildfire outbreaks across the region. Emergency services have urged residents and tourists to avoid the affected areas and to follow safety instructions.
Southern Italy has been battling wildfires for several days. On Sunday, a major blaze erupted in Villasimius, in southern Sardinia, forcing the evacuation of 100 beachgoers by boat as flames advanced. Similar incidents have been reported in Calabria and Puglia, with the Civil Protection Department placing several provinces under a high wildfire risk alert.
Meteorologists warn that extreme heat and dry conditions are expected to persist throughout the week, increasing the likelihood of further fire outbreaks. Environmental groups have renewed calls for stronger preventive measures, including better forest management and stricter controls against arson.
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