Warning of ‘increased risk’ to airports tomorrow

Most Irish airports are set to operate normally until 4pm tomorrow, aviation authorities said this evening, however warning that there is an “increased risk” of disruption from the volcanic ash cloud.

In a statement released this evening the Irish Aviation Authority (IAA) said Dublin, Shannon, Cork, Waterford, Kerry, and Galway airports will be open until at least 4pm tomorrow, while Donegal, Sligo, and Ireland West (Knock) airports will operate normally until 2pm when restrictions may apply.