


Seventh Eruption on Iceland's Reykjanes Peninsula
A volcano in Iceland's Reykjanes Peninsula has erupted for the seventh time in less than a year, prompting evacuations due to gas emissions.
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Overview
On November 20, 2024, a volcano on Iceland's Reykjanes Peninsula erupted for the seventh time since December, creating a 1.8-mile fissure. The eruption, noted for being smaller than previous events, has led to the evacuation of 50 homes and guests at the Blue Lagoon resort due to harmful gas emissions. Civil Protection officials report no immediate threat to life or air travel but monitor ongoing seismic activity closely, as disruptions continue to impact the town of Grindavík and its residents.
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