Iceland, Blue Lagoon and eruption
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A volcano erupted on July 16, 2025 in southwest Iceland, emitting smoke and dramatic flows of glowing hot yellow and orange lava.
The Icelandic Meteorological Office said that the eruptive fissure was about half a mile long but did not pose a threat to people or infrastructure.
A large sulfur dioxide gas cloud is blowing toward Keflavík International Airport. Authorities have told people nearby to stay indoors and keep their windows shut as pollution levels rise. Despite this, flights are running normally and the airport remains open.