Earth cracks open in Iceland: Volcano eruption ends 800-year slumber, sends locals fleeing again

Iceland Volcano Eruption: A new volcanic fissure opened in southwest Iceland early Wednesday, sending lava and smoke into the air but sparing roads and airports. The Icelandic Meteorological Office confirmed the eruption near Grindavik and the Blue Lagoon spa, forcing evacuations. Since 2021, the Reykjanes Peninsula has seen repeated eruptions after centuries of quiet. Experts say these outbursts may go on for decades. Flights at Reykjaviks main airport remain unaffected, unlike Icelands 2010 ash cloud disaster.