Imminent Volcanic Eruption Threatens Iceland Fishing Town as Fissures Appear

The town of Grindavik in Iceland's southwestern Reykjanes peninsula has been evacuated due to fears of an imminent eruption of the Fagradalsfjall volcano. With a fissure spanning 15 kilometers, authorities have declared a state of emergency and opened shelters and help centers in nearby towns. Residents were briefly allowed back into their homes to retrieve their most valued possessions, including livestock. Iceland, known for its 33 active volcanic systems, is closely monitoring the situation.