The danger is definitely real, invisible to human eye but very tangible for radars and engines.
This is not over reaction, there was no alternative.
Friends from London have just confirmed to me that all cars this morning ,which were left parked outdoors overnight, are now covered by a thin layer of golden sand, obviously this is the ash from the volcano.
If you have a black car the ash is clearly visible on your car, go and check it out.
The main danger now is Katla, fingers crossed , it might get really serious if that one wakes up.