"Curtain of fire": Iceland volcano erupts, spewing fountains of lava into air

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Volcano erupts in Iceland, prompts Blue Lagoon evacuation

By Staff The Associated Press
Posted May 29, 2024 10:29 am

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A volcano in southwestern Iceland erupted Wednesday, spewing red streams of lava in the latest display of nature’s power, triggering the evacuation of the popular Blue Lagoon geothermal spa.

The eruption began in the early afternoon following a series of earthquakes north of Grindavik, a coastal town of 3,800 people that was also evacuated.

The Met Office said lava was shooting about 50 meters (165 feet) into the sky from a fissure about 1 kilometer (1,100 yards) long.

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1. What a fascinating eruption!

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2. "Iceland volcano spews lava and smoke for a second day" (Reuters)

https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/iceland-volcano-spews-lava-smoke-second-day-2024-05-30/

Iceland volcano spews lava and smoke for a second day

By Reuters
May 30, 2024 5:54 AM EDT Updated an hour ago

COPENHAGEN, May 30 (Reuters) - A volcano in Iceland spewed smoke and lava for a second day on Thursday but winds were expected to carry poisonous gas pollution away from the capital Reykjavik, authorities said.

The eruption, the fifth since December, was the most powerful in the area since volcanic systems on the Reykjanes peninsula became active three years ago after lying dormant for eight centuries, according to the Icelandic Met Office.

The town of Grindavik, where only a few people have returned after several homes were destroyed by lava earlier this year, was again subject to an evacuation order, as was the nearby Blue Lagoon outdoor spa, a major tourist attraction.

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"Westerly winds are expected today, and gas pollution may then spread to the east over southern Iceland," the agency said.

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3. That is awesome. Almost surreal, but scary for those nearby. nt