Volcano erupts in Iceland marking seventh eruption in a year

A volcano erupted late Wednesday on the Reykjanes Peninsula in Iceland, marking the seventh eruption in a year. The eruption occurred near the fishing village of Grindavik, prompting evacuations of residents and tourists. The Icelandic Meteorological Office reported that the latest eruption is smaller than the one in August. Lava flow is slower, and no infrastructure is currently at risk. Most of Grindavik's residents had evacuated a year ago due to volcanic activity. Since March 2021, the region has experienced heightened seismic activity after centuries of dormancy. Iceland has 33 active volcanic systems, more than any other European country, due to its location on the Mid-Atlantic Ridge.