– A volcano near Iceland's Grindavik has erupted for the sixth time since December.
– The eruption occurred on August 22, with red lava spewing from a new fissure on the Reykjanes Peninsula.
– The Icelandic Meteorological Office reported the fissure extended 3.9 km, growing by 1.5 km in about 40 minutes.
The eruption does not pose a threat to life, according to Iceland’s Ministry for Foreign Affairs.
– Most of Grindavik’s residents had evacuated, but a few remained in their homes.
Reykjavik’s Keflavik Airport stated that flights remain unaffected by the eruption.
The nearby Blue Lagoon geothermal spa evacuated guests and temporarily closed.
– Significant seismic activity, including a magnitude 4.0 earthquake, was recorded after the eruption.
– Scientists warn that the Reykjanes Peninsula could experience volcanic activity for decades or even centuries.
– Scientists warn that the Reykjanes Peninsula could experience volcanic activity for decades or even centuries.