WATCH | Iceland volcano erupts again, Grindavik, Blue Lagoon evacuated

Reykjavik: A volcanic eruption on Iceland's southwestern Reykjanes Peninsula has once again prompted the evacuation of local residents in the town of Grindavik and visitors to the world-renowned Blue Lagoon geothermal spa, national broadcaster RUV reported.

The eruption commenced around 4 a.m. following an intense seismic swarm in the region, southwest of the capital, Reykjavik, according to Iceland’s Met Office. Grindavik was quickly evacuated after the seismic activity began, with campers and guests at the Blue Lagoon forced to depart promptly.

Lava is currently flowing southeast from a fissure in the barren landscape, estimated to be between 700 to 1,000 meters (2,296 to 3,280 feet) wide. However, the Met Office has confirmed that the molten rock is not immediately threatening any infrastructure.

This marks another instance of evacuation for Grindavik, a town that has faced repeated displacement since November 2023, when a volcano in the area reactivated after approximately 800 years of dormancy.

With inputs from AP