A volcano near the Icelandic capital Reykjavik has begun to erupt, the country's meteorological service reported today, quoted by “Reuters“, BTA reports.
However, the magma has not yet reached the surface.
Hundreds of weak earthquakes have been recorded in the area, forcing the evacuation of residents of the fishing town of Grindavik, where 40 houses are inhabited, as well as visitors to the popular “Blue Lagoon“ spa complex.
Iceland, known for its glaciers and volcanoes, has witnessed active volcanic activity in recent years. Since 2021. 10 volcanic eruptions have been recorded in the country south of Reykjavik.
The eruptions on the Reykjanes Peninsula so far have not directly affected the capital and have not caused any disruption to air traffic.