Iceland volcano erupts again, lava flows towards Blue Lagoon spa

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A volcano in southwestern Iceland has erupted again, sending lava towards the Blue Lagoon spa, a popular tourist site. This marks the seventh eruption since December, with the latest starting late Wednesday and creating a fissure about 3 kilometers long. The current eruption is smaller than previous ones, according to Iceland's meteorological office. Authorities have evacuated around 50 houses and guests at the Blue Lagoon due to gas emissions and lava flow, which has already reached the spa's parking lot. Grindavíki, the nearby town, has faced infrastructure damage from the eruptions, prompting many residents to relocate. Officials state that while the town is not in immediate danger, the situation remains monitored.


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