Iceland's Ongoing Volcanic Eruptions: A Timeline of Unprecedented Activity

A volcano in Iceland has erupted for the second time this year, spewing lava up to 80 meters into the air and disrupting life in the Reykjanes peninsula. The eruption has led to the closure of a luxury geothermal spa, disrupted hot water supply to over 20,000 people, and prompted the Civil Protection Agency to raise its alert level to emergency status. Authorities are working to divert the lava flow away from homes and critical infrastructure, as it approaches a geothermal power plant. Despite the volcanic system's threat level being downgraded, further eruptions are anticipated in the area, which has six active volcanic systems.