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Saudi Arabia unaffected by ash from Ethiopia's Hayli Gubbi volcano eruption
Saudi Arabia announced on Tuesday that the ash emissions from Ethiopia’s Hayli Gubbi volcano have not impacted its atmosphere, despite the massive plumes drifting over parts of the southwestern Arabian Peninsula. Authorities assured the public that the Kingdom is fully prepared to respond if weather conditions change.
The Hayli Gubbi volcano, located along Ethiopia's eastern border with Eritrea, erupted on Sunday after lying dormant for thousands of years, releasing enormous amounts of ash and sulfur dioxide into the atmosphere. Satellite observations confirmed the movement of volcanic clouds across Yemen and Oman, with projections indicating further drift toward India.
Hussein al-Qahtani, spokesperson for Saudi Arabia’s National Center for Meteorology (NCM), stated that recent monitoring images and analytical reports showed no direct impact on Saudi airspace. He added that current indicators suggest no movement of volcanic ash toward the Kingdom.
“The NCM is continuously tracking the movement of volcanic clouds and surrounding weather patterns using advanced monitoring systems,” he said. Al-Qahtani also emphasized that the center will issue updates and take necessary precautionary measures should any weather phenomena pose a potential risk to Saudi Arabia.
The eruption has already caused disruptions in neighboring regions, including flight diversions and cancellations on Monday. Winds carried ash eastward over large parts of Yemen and Oman, prompting authorities in those countries to monitor the situation closely.
The Hayli Gubbi eruption marks a rare event, with significant environmental and logistical implications for affected areas. Saudi Arabia, however, remains vigilant and committed to safeguarding its airspace and public safety.
