Volcanic ash could be set to disrupt flights again as Chilean and Argentinian authorities evacuate local residents and warn of an imminent eruption of Copahue.

Chile and Argentina have issued a red alert and ordered the evacuation of 3000 residents who live near the Copahue volcano. Authorities have seen an increase in seismic activity and although the volcano has so far only spewed gas, there is a risk that it could erupt imminently.

Last December another volcano in southern Chile, Puyehue, erupted, sending smoke and ash rising nearly 1.5km into the air and causing many flights in the region to be cancelled.

The Foreign Office has advised British nationals who are travelling in this area to monitor local media reports and follow the advice of local authorities.

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