Tuesday, 19 December 2023 A volcanic eruption began in Iceland south of Reykjavik following an earthquake swarm, according to Iceland's Meteorological Office. The eruption, which started north of Grindavik on the Reykjanes peninsula, was visible on webcams. A Coast Guard helicopter will soon confirm the eruption's exact location and size. The Reykjanes peninsula, which had not experienced an eruption for eight centuries until 2021, has now seen three eruptions in remote areas. Iceland, known for its volcanic activity, has 33 active volcano systems, the highest number in Europe.
A pollution warning has been issued for Iceland’s capital Reykjavik after a volcanic eruption in Reykjanes peninsula late Monday (Dec 18), said the country’s meteorological office. Meanwhile, the..