A volcanic eruption occurred at the Fagradalsfjall volcano, located near Reykjavik, resulting in a spectacular show. Lava and smoke rose from fissures at the explosion site, indicating that 400 earthquakes had occurred in the area during the night. Tourists flocked to the blast site while security officials implemented extensive security measures in the area.
It has been announced that an eruption occurred in Fagradalsfjall volcano, located in the southwest of Iceland, near the capital Reykjavik.
THE PLACE OF THE EXPLOSION IS VERY CLOSE TO THE CAPITAL AND THE AIRPORT
The volcano, 32 kilometers from the capital, is not far from Keflavik Airport, the center of the country's international air traffic. However, the explosion did not cause an obstacle to air transportation.
"Currently, there have been no disruptions to flights to and from Iceland, and the international flight corridors are open," the Foreign Ministry said in a statement.
400 EARTHQUAKE OCCURRED, LAVA SPREADS FROM CRACKS
News reports in the Icelandic press report that lava and smoke rose from cracks in the area after the explosion, and that there were about 400 earthquakes overnight.
EXPLANATION FROM THE PRIME MINISTER: NO RISK
Iceland's Prime Minister, Katrin Jakobsdottir, said in a statement that the explosion does not pose a risk to residential areas and infrastructure. She said that developments will be closely monitored.
10 TIMES LARGER THAN LAST YEAR'S EXPLOSION
Earthquakes and volcanic activities are common in Iceland. The Fagradalsfjall volcano has been inactive for a while and is currently erupting again. It has been active for about 6,000 years. However, this year's volcanic eruption was reported to be 10 times bigger than the previous eruption 1.5 years ago.
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