Updated on 9 July 2019
The Situation:
Multiple unions representing Air Italy staff have announced a four-hour strike planned for
Wednesday, 10 July. Workers nationwide are expected to strike from 12:00 until 16:00
hours. Delays, modified timetables, and last-minute cancelations are possible, particularly
during the work stoppage.
Transportation-related strikes are frequent in Italy and can be highly disruptive. However,
in accordance with Italian law, minimum levels of services must be guaranteed during all
industrial and social actions.
Possible Effects:
Possible protests or demonstrations at airports
Traffic delays and/or blocked roads
Delayed or cancelled flights
Mitigating Factors to Apply:
Avoid all protests and demonstration, which have the possibility of turning violent
Check with airline to confirm flight status before departure
Allow extra time for travel
Monitor local media and news for updates
Enroll in the Safe Traveler program (STEP) to receive warnings from the U.S. Embassy or sign up for your country’s embassy alert system to receive warnings
DISCLAIMER and Hold Harmless
Disclaimer: LSDS gathers information from multiple sources and offers insight and perspective to travelers. Sources cannot be validated for accuracy in every instance. Travelers assume all risk associated with their travel and are responsible for the decisions associated with travel and for their own safety. Users of this reference document agree, to hold harmless LSDS (LLC) its employees and clients associated with any risk or injury incurred during travel.
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