On Sunday 23 November 2025 at 10:00 am the eruption of Hayli Gubbi volcano in Ethiopia’s Afar region sent shockwaves across the aviation industry, disrupting air travel across Asia, including Pakistan. This unexpected event caught many off guard, as the volcano had been dormant for thousands of years, its fiery potential long forgotten. As the ash plume rose high into the atmosphere, airlines scrambled to adjust their routes, cancelling flights and rerouting planes to avoid the affected areas.
The Pakistan Meteorological Department sprang into action, issuing timely Volcanic Ash Advisories to alert airlines and passengers of the potential risks. Thankfully, the country’s airspace is now clear, and aviation has resumed normal operations. The swift response of authorities ensured that disruptions were minimal, and there were no reported risks to public health or environment in Pakistan.
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