The Reykjanes Peninsula in southwestern Iceland experienced its seventh volcanic eruption since December 2023, marking the region’s tenth eruption since 2021. The latest eruption began at 11:14 p.m. on November 20, 2024, with minimal advance warning. Eruption Details and Impact A 3-kilometer fissure opened in the earth’s crust, releasing bright orange lava and smoke into the night sky. The Icelandic Meteorological Office reported that seismic activity provided only 45 minutes of warning before the eruption – a stark contrast to previous events where weeks of increased seismic activity preceded eruptions. “In the big picture, this is a bit smaller than … Continue reading Iceland’s Reykjanes Peninsula Marks 10th Volcanic Eruption Since 2021: 7th Eruption in a Year Forces Grindavík Evacuations