Island VulkanAusbruch: A New Eruption Following Intense Earthquake
Friday, 23 August 2024, 15:50
Island VulkanAusbruch Erupts Again
On Thursday evening, the island vulkanAusbruch unleashed massive flows of lava from a fissure in the Reykjanes Peninsula, southwest of the capital Reykjavik, following a powerful earthquake. This marks the sixth eruption in just nine months.
Details of the Eruption
- The eruption was captured in a live stream by the broadcaster RÚV, showcasing the lava spewing from a long crack.
- Since March 2021, the peninsula has experienced numerous fissure eruptions, where molten rock emerges from elongated ground fractures.
- The threat level to the town of Grindavík, which has been evacuated multiple times, remains uncertain.
Safety Measures Taken
- Residents were evacuated as a precaution.
- The fire department reported on the necessary safety measures taken.
- Earlier lava flows had caused significant damage to Grindavík, destroying several homes.
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