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Iceland's Fiery Fury: Volcano Erupts for Fifth Time, Threatens Town

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Watch as lava flows menacingly from Iceland's latest volcanic eruption - the fifth in a series of fiery spectacles.

Iceland faced another volcanic eruption as a volcano in the southwestern region spewed massive lava flows, threatening to cut off a nearby town. The eruption on Wednesday marked the fifth time since December that the volcano has unleashed its fury. Streams of lava reaching high into the air created a dramatic scene near Grindavik, with the town facing potential isolation.

The live footage of the 'explosive' volcano displayed considerable lava fountaining from a two-mile-long fissure. This ongoing battle with volcanic activity has become a common occurrence in southwest Iceland, with five eruptions in a short span of time. The Sundhnukagigar volcano's fiery spectacle reached new heights as lava shot 50 meters into the air, captivating onlookers with nature's raw power.

Despite the intense lava spurts, the eruption's activity significantly slowed down the following day, offering a brief relief. Sirens echoed across the region as the volcano's eruption, although frightening, subsided to a calmer state. The volcanic event prompted the evacuation of a nearby town, emphasizing the real dangers posed by such natural phenomena.

In the realm of volcanic activities, Iceland may be on the brink of its largest eruption this year. Evacuations of towns and the renowned geothermal spa serve as reminders of the unpredictable nature of these geological events. The frequent eruptions in Iceland present a unique opportunity for scientists to study and understand the dynamics of volcanic activity in a controlled environment. As the lava flows and subsides, the allure of Iceland's volcanic wonders continues to captivate the world.

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Iceland volcano dramatically erupts again as streams of lava reach ... (CNN)

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Watch Live: "Explosive" Iceland volcano eruption shoots lava across ... (CBS News)

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Volcanic eruption puts on fiery spectacle near Iceland's Grindavik (Aljazeera.com)

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Icelandic volcano spews lava in what could be its fiercest eruption (The Washington Post)

For the fifth time since December, a volcanic eruption sent lava toward the seaside town of Grindavik and the nearby Blue Lagoon geothermal spa.

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A pilot flying his drone above a fissure that opened during a volcanic eruption in Iceland on Wednesday shows lava shooting into the air. GRINDAVIK, Iceland โ€“ ...

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