A volcanic eruption south of Iceland’s capital Reykjavik is sending plumes of smoke across a region known for its sweeping lava fields, volcanoes and geothermal activity.
The Icelandic Meteorological Office said the “minor” eruption began Monday in Iceland’s Reykjanes Peninsula but no ash has been emitted and so far no disruption has been reported at the country’s Keflavik Airport. The IMO said there was a 200-meter long fissure on the slopes of the Litli Hrútur mountain, “from which lava is emerging as a series of fountains.” Scientists had warned of possible eruptions after hundreds of minor earthquakes were detected in recent weeks.
Since the eruption took place in an uninhabited area, there were no “immediate risks” to communities or infrastructure, the IMO said – but it warned people not to venture near the area, saying there will be an accumulation of “dangerously high levels of volcanic gases.” The wind will carry some of these gases north, potentially affecting several areas including the Icelandic capital, the IMO said.
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