Iceland on Edge: Volcanic Eruption Threat Looms as Earthquakes Shake Nation

Iceland has declared a state of emergency and evacuated the town of Grindavík as a volcano in its southwestern peninsula is expected to erupt. Scientists have observed changes indicating that magma is moving closer to the surface, with the greatest area of magma upwelling northeast of Grindavík. The eruption could be explosive if it interacts with seawater, potentially causing a Surtseyan eruption. The risks include toxic fumes, road damage, and potential threats to Grindavík. While there is a possibility that the magma may not reach the surface, authorities are taking precautions. Iceland's unique geological position on a tectonic plate boundary and a mantle plume beneath it make it prone to volcanic activity.