A volcano erupted early Wednesday morning on Iceland’s Reykjanes Peninsula, marking the ninth such eruption in the region since late 2023, according to the Icelandic Meteorological Office. The eruption began just before 4:00 am GMT, with live video footage capturing dramatic scenes of lava bursting from a fissure in the ground.
Located in southwestern Iceland, the Reykjanes Peninsula has seen a surge in volcanic activity over the past year, raising concerns among local authorities and geologists. However, initial reports indicate that the latest eruption has had no impact on international air travel. Flights in and out of the country are operating normally, with no airspace closures reported.
This stands in contrast to Iceland’s 2010 Eyjafjallajökull eruption, which disrupted global air traffic for several days due to a massive ash cloud. That event affected millions of travelers and caused significant economic losses.
Experts continue to monitor the current eruption closely, though no immediate threat to populated areas has been reported. Authorities have reminded residents and tourists to avoid the eruption site due to safety risks. With the region remaining geologically active, further eruptions cannot be ruled out in the near future.
