The government told people to “think four times” before embarking on a hike to view the eruption.
Tag: Volcanoes
Photos From Iceland’s Volcanic Eruption: A Show of Lava and Smoke
Icelanders had been girding for an eruption. When it happened, they wanted to see it.
Iceland Volcano Eruption: What to Know About Risks and Air Travel
The eruption on the Reykjanes Peninsula sent lava gushing into the night sky. Air travel did not appear to be affected.
Iceland Volcano Erupts Near Grindavik After Weeks of Earthquakes
While Monday’s eruption was not unexpected, it was larger than volcanologists had been predicting and took place not far from an evacuated town and a power plant.
Volcanic Eruption Kills at Least 11 Hikers in Indonesia
Dozens of climbers were on Mount Marapi on Sumatra when it began spewing ash, the authorities said. Twelve were still missing.
Exactly How Much Life is on Earth?
According to a new study, living cells outnumber stars in the universe, highlighting the deep, underrated link between geophysics and biology.
Iceland in Limbo Despite Threat of Volcanic Eruption Being Lowered
A fishing town that was evacuated this month will probably be spared, but residents can’t return until all danger has passed.
Iceland Works to Protect Power Plant as it Awaits a Volcanic Eruption
As the country prepares for a possible volcanic eruption, it’s working to protect a power plant that serves 30,000 people.
What to Know About Iceland’s Volcano Eruption and Possible Flight Disruptions
While the authorities continue to warn for a volcanic eruption, they say that any disruption to air travel will probably be minimal.
Underwater Volcano Forms New Island in Japan
An ongoing eruption from the volcano has created a small land mass less than a mile off Iwo Jima island. It’s a great case study of how volcanoes work.