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Ash cloud 'expected to clear' from Scotland overnight
Date: 05 May 2010 23:00 Source: BBCVolcanic ash which has grounded flights across Scotland is expected to clear overnight, experts have said.
Glasgow, Edinburgh and Prestwick airports and routes in the Western Isles were all affected on Wednesday.
The National Air Traffic Service has now said the no-fly zone over Scotland was expected to clear by 0700 BST.
A spokesman said the ash cloud was "dynamic" and the situation may change. Passengers should check with their airlines before travelling.
Flights had been cancelled at Glasgow Airport on Wednesday, while Edinburgh and Inverness both resumed operations later in the day.
Aberdeen, Dundee, Inverness, Kirkwall, Sumburgh and Wick also remained open, but Prestwick, Campbeltown, Stornoway, Benbecula, Tiree, Islay and Barra were among others hit by no-fly restrictions.
A National Air Traffic Service spokesman said the latest Met Office data suggested the cloud would move west overnight, leaving only Islay, Campbeltown and Ronaldsway affected in Scotland, but that these may also be clear of the cloud by 0700 BST.
If your plans have been disrupted and a flight alternative is required then please visit our Ferry Destinations page for more info on alternative crossings.
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