In pics | Iceland volcano erupts for the 4th time in 3 months, sending plumes of lava skywards

According to Iceland’s meteorological office, the eruption occurred along a fissure about 3 kilometres long, located between Stora-Skogfell and Hagafell mountains on the Reykjanes Peninsula. The office had been warning for weeks about the accumulation of magma, indicating a likely eruption. (Pic credit: Reuters)

The eruption prompted the evacuation of hundreds of people from the Blue Lagoon thermal spa, a popular tourist attraction in Iceland. However, there were no reports of flight disruptions at Keflavik, the country’s main airport. (Pic credit: Reuters)

The eruption site is a few kilometres northeast of Grindavik, a coastal town of 3,800 people. Grindavik had previously been evacuated in November when the Svartsengi volcanic system became active after nearly 800 years. (Pic credit: AP)

Geophysicists described the latest eruption as the most powerful among the recent ones. The lava flow was reported to be heading towards defensive barriers around Grindavik. (Pic credit: AP)

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. (Pic credit: AP)

Despite the recent eruptions, there have been no confirmed deaths. However, a worker was reported missing after falling into a fissure caused by the volcano. (Pic credit: AP)

Authorities continue to monitor the situation closely, given Iceland’s history of volcanic activity and the potential impact on nearby communities and infrastructure. Residents are urged to stay informed and follow safety protocols. (Pic credit: AP)