Iceland volcano erupts for the fifth time since December
For the fifth time since December last year, a volcano in southwest Iceland erupted on Wednesday, sending crimson streams of lava shooting upwards in a stunning exhibition of nature's might that forced the evacuation of the well-known Blue Lagoon geothermal resort. (Image credit: AFP)
Lava shot about 50 meters in sky
Lava was reportedly spewing over 50 meters (165 feet) into the sky from a fissure that was about 2.5 kilometers (1.5 miles) long and heading toward Grindavik, according to the Icelandic Meteorological Office. (Image credit: AP)
Grindavik, a town of 3,800, threatened by volcanoes since December
Situated approximately 50 kilometers (30 miles) southwest of Reykjavik, the capital of Iceland, Grindavik has been under threat ever since a series of earthquakes in November prompted an evacuation ahead of the first eruption on December 18. A second eruption destroyed numerous buildings and overtopped some defensive walls. (Image credit: PTI)
Iceland- a regular volcanic zone
Iceland, situated above a volcanic hot spot, experiences regular eruptions. The country has extensive experience in dealing with volcanic events. One of the most disruptive eruptions in recent memory was the Eyjafjallajokull eruption in 2010, which caused widespread airspace closures over Europe due to ash clouds. (Image credit: AFP)
'Volcanic activities could continue for several decades'
Scientists anticipate that these volcanic activities could continue for several decades, emphasizing the need for ongoing preparedness and monitoring. (Image credit: AP)
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