Volcano Erupts in Iceland: Lava and Gas Threaten Keflavík Airport

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A massive volcanic eruption has struck Iceland’s Reykjanes Peninsula once again A 2.4-kilometre fissure is spewing lava and toxic gas, with fresh lava now covering over 3.2 square kilometres of land A large sulfur dioxide cloud is heading straight toward Keflavík International Airport, raising health concerns for people nearby  Authorities are urging residents to stay indoors and shut their windows as pollution levels spike Popular tourist sites, including the Blue Lagoon and nearby towns, have been evacuated Grindavík remains largely abandoned after previous eruptions  This marks the twelfth eruption in the area since 2021 What was once a dormant region is now seeing regular volcanic activity after centuries of silence  Watch this video to see how nature is rewriting the map of Iceland Stay informed as the situation continues to evolve WooGlobe Ref : WGA285752 For licensing and to use this video, please email licensing@wooglobe.com

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00:00A giant wall of fire has erupted in Iceland again.

00:03The Reykjanes Peninsula is glowing red as lava pours from a massive 2.4-kilometer fissure.

00:09This latest eruption stretches further north than any seen since 2023.

00:13Fresh lava is now covering over 3.2 square kilometers.

00:17But it's not just the lava.

00:19A thick sulfur dioxide cloud is moving fast towards Keflavik International Airport.

00:24Authorities have urged residents nearby to stay indoors.

00:28Keep your windows shut.

00:29Pollution levels are rising, and the air is becoming toxic.

00:33Despite all this, the airport remains open.

00:36Flights are still operating normally, for now.

00:39Popular tourist spots like the Blue Lagoon and nearby towns have been evacuated.

00:43And Grindavík, already emptied from previous eruptions, is still a ghost town.

00:48This is the 12th eruption here since 2021.

00:51A once dormant volcanic system is now roaring back to life after centuries of silence.

00:56Iceland's land is shifting, glowing and alive.

00:59And this eruption is far from over.

01:00And this eruption is far from over.

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