Iceland volcano erupts unexpectedly prompting evacuations near Blue Lagoon resort

A volcano on Iceland's Reykjanes Peninsula erupted unexpectedly on Wednesday night, marking the seventh eruption in a year. The eruption created a fissure about 1.8 miles long and prompted evacuations, including at the Blue Lagoon resort. Authorities issued alerts due to gas emissions, leading to the evacuation of around 50 homes in the nearby town of Grindavík. The current eruption is estimated to be smaller than previous ones this year. While the eruption poses no threat to air travel, it has raised concerns about infrastructure damage in Grindavík, which has already faced challenges from earlier eruptions. Local officials noted the unpredictability of volcanic activity in the region.