The Sunddhnúksgígar volcano began erupting on Tuesday morning as residents of nearby town Grindavík and tourists of luxury resort Blue Lagoon were cleared out of the danger zone

A volcanic eruption has begun in southwestern Iceland, prompting emergency evacuations of the town of Grindavík and the iconic Blue Lagoon geothermal spa, authorities confirmed early Tuesday. Magma On The Move After Weeks Of Warning Signs According to Phys.

The geology of Iceland never ceases to amaze, particularly with recent developments around the Sundhnúkur crater row. In an area known for its dynamic volcanic activity, new magma intrusion signals a potential eruption amid ongoing seismic events.

The Sunddhnúksgígar volcano in Iceland erupted this morning, sending lava flying and raising fears for tourists at a nearby hotspot who have been evacuated for their safety

Screaming sirens accompanied the knocks of officials in Iceland as they made their way from door to door on Tuesday, in an effort convince remaining residents of the mostly abandoned village of Grindavík to evacuate to safety.