Hey there! 🌋 Guess what just happened in Iceland? A volcano near the capital city, Reykjavík, erupted again! This is the 10th time in just three years. Can you believe it?
Late on Wednesday, bright fountains of red-hot lava and thick clouds of smoke shot up into the sky above the Reykjanes Peninsula. The fiery show lit up the night, and people could see the glow from miles away!
Volcanoes are openings in the Earth’s crust that let out hot, melted rock called magma. When magma reaches the surface, we call it lava. Iceland has lots of volcanoes because it’s located on the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, where two of Earth’s tectonic plates meet.
While volcanic eruptions can be dangerous, scientists are keeping a close eye on this one to make sure everyone stays safe. In the meantime, it’s quite a sight to see! 🌠
If you ever visit Iceland, you might get a chance to see some amazing volcanic landscapes. But for now, let’s just marvel at the incredible power of nature!
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
