Where did a volcano erupt in 2022?

People visit the site of the erupting volcano in Meradalir valley, outside the town of Grindavik, late on August 6, 2022. # An aerial view of the eruption at Fagradalsfjall, seen on August 4, 2022 # People observe a volcanic eruption on Iceland's Reykjanes peninsula on August 4, 2022. #

When did Iceland erupt in 2022?

On August 3, 2022, a new volcanic eruption began in the Fagradalsfjall fissure zone on Iceland’s Reykjanes Peninsula. The eruption site in the Meradalir Valley is about a kilometer northeast of last year’s eruption in the Geldingadalir Valley. The recent eruptions come after an 870-year quiet period in the Krýsuvík–Trölladyngja volcanic system.

Why is the 2022 Fagradalsfjall eruption so exciting?

The location of the 2022 Fagradalsfjall eruption made it very exciting for people who wanted to witness it up close. All visitors to Iceland are at least somewhat familiar with Reykjanes peninsula, as it is the location of Iceland's only international airport.

Where should you see lava during the 2021 eruption?

The 2021 eruption had various harmful gases escaping. This meant you had to be careful where you viewed the lava. Tall hills are a great option, deep valleys less so. This eruption is no different. Lava pours into the valley on August 6, 2022, not far from Iceland’s main airport and capital city.