Icelandic Volcano Erupts, Threatening Tourists with Toxic Gases

Authorities in Iceland have warned tourists and spectators to stay away from a newly erupting volcano in the country's southwest due to the release of poisonous gases. The eruption began after a series of earthquakes, and while it initially had a more explosive start, it has since become a smaller eruption. Travelers are advised not to enter the area until conditions have been evaluated. Iceland, known for its volcanic activity, experiences eruptions every few years, with the most disruptive being the 2010 Eyjafjallajokull eruption that caused widespread airspace closures over Europe.