Iceland's Reykjanes Peninsula Volcano Erupts, Unleashing Sublime Views and Caution
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A volcano erupted on Iceland's Reykjanes peninsula, following an earthquake, threatening the town of Grindavík near the Blue Lagoon geothermal spa. The eruption, the largest in the area since 2021, is visible on webcams and has a fissure opening almost 4 kilometers long. Residents of Grindavík were ordered to evacuate, and the area is closed to all traffic. Although the eruption does not pose a threat to life, authorities strongly warn people not to approach the area. Iceland, known for its volcanic activity, sits on a tectonic plate boundary and has 32 active volcanoes.
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