Ash to force airspace closure in Germany

German weather authorities say airspace over the country's northern cities will close early Wednesday, due to elevated levels of ash in the atmosphere stemming from an Icelandic volcano.

Germany's Meteorological Service said Tuesday it would not allow any takeoffs or landings at Bremen airport, starting at 5 am (0300GMT), or at Hamburg airport, starting at 6 am (0400GMT) Wednesday. (AP)