A volcanic eruption at the Sundhnukur volcano on Iceland’s Reykjanes Peninsula began early Wednesday, prompting evacuations in nearby areas, including tourist sites like the Blue Lagoon. The eruption created two fissures and released volcanic glass strands, leading to high gas pollution levels, while Iceland has seen 11 eruptions since the volcano became active again in 2021.
Explain It To Me Like I’m 5: A volcano in southwest Iceland has started erupting, leading to evacuations of nearby areas, including popular tourist spots like the Blue Lagoon.
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