Iceland's Volcanic Eruption: Toxic Air, Evacuations, and Spectacular Lava Show

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A volcano eruption in Iceland has led to toxic gas venting from a fissure, prompting warnings from government officials. However, the pollution is not expected to reach the capital city of Reykjavik due to a change in wind direction. The volcanic activity appears to be diminishing, with two craters currently erupting. Seismic activity has significantly decreased, but there is still a possibility of more vents opening along the original fissure. The eruption has caused land sinking near a geothermal power plant, and it is uncertain if magma accumulation will continue.
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- AP PHOTOS: Rivers and fountains of red-gold volcanic lava light up the dark skies in Icelandic town The Associated Press
- Iceland volcano: The eruption happened so quickly that one scientist was at the movies. Slate
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