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Long-awaited Fagradalsfjall volcano erupts in Iceland, unleashing lava fountains and smoke

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July 10, 2023

Lava fountains and smoke
Iceland's newest volcanic eruption

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Reykjavik, Iceland - The long-awaited eruption of the Fagradalsfjall volcano finally took place on Monday afternoon, painting the skies above southwest Iceland with billowing smoke and fiery lava fountains. This stunning event follows a series of seismic activities, with over 6,500 earthquakes recorded in the region since last Tuesday.

The volcanic tremors and their shallow depths, sometimes as close as half a mile to the surface, resemble the geophysical conditions observed during previous eruptions on the island in March 2021 and August 2022. These past eruptions lasted for months, gradually filling nearby valleys with molten lava.

Remarkably, the Fagradalsfjall volcano had remained dormant for a staggering 800 years before its recent reawakening. The significant increase in magma movement beneath the Earth's surface had been anticipated due to the preceding earthquake swarms.

As scientists closely monitor this captivating natural spectacle, locals and visitors alike are awestruck by the breathtaking display of nature's raw power. Stay tuned for further updates on this remarkable volcanic event.

Federico Di Catarina
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