Iceland's Volcano Erupts, Forcing Evacuations and Causing Tremors
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A volcanic eruption has occurred on Iceland's Reykjanes Peninsula, prompting the country's civil defense to be on high alert. The eruption, which started about 2.4 miles from the town of Grindavik, has caused the sky to turn orange and magma to spew along the ridge of a hill. The size and speed of the eruption are greater than previous ones in the area. While there are no disruptions to flights, a coast guard helicopter will confirm the exact location and size of the eruption. Grindavik, a fishing town of 3,400, is situated on the Reykjanes Peninsula, southwest of Reykjavik.
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