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Iceland Engulfed by Volcanic Cloud
REYKJANES PENINSULA, ICELAND, JUL 20 – The eruption released sulphur dioxide causing a red pollution alert and evacuations at tourist sites, with this being the 12th eruption in Iceland since 2021, authorities said.
- On Wednesday, two craters on the Reykjanes peninsula began spewing sulphur-rich gas, creating a volcanic haze over Reykjavik and southwest, prompting a red alert for pollution.
- Experts on July 21 cited an unusual lack of wind for the lingering haze, after the Icelandic Meteorological Office first issued alerts at 1 a.m. GMT on July 16.
- Health officials warned, `Mr Hylnur Arnason of the Icelandic Energy and Environment Agency said the gas was not toxic but could be an irritant`, while the environment agency recommended vulnerable people stay at home and take precautions.
- In nearby Grindavik, residents were ordered to leave, amid evacuations including the Blue Lagoon, due to volcanic emissions and pollution.
- Forecasts indicate improving wind conditions, likely aiding dispersal of the volcanic haze, while Visit Iceland said air traffic remains unaffected.
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The crater chain Sundhnúkagígar in the southwest of Iceland broke up in two places and sprayed lava and smoke into the atmosphere. Authorities proclaimed the highest warning level.
After the eruption of a volcano on Iceland, large parts of the island are covered in a cloud of smoke and ash. Authorities have declared the highest warning level.
Vulcan eruptions cause atmospheric pollution, especially with enxofre dioxide, gases that then turn into sulphate into the atmosphere, creating a kind of particle-loaded cloud.
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- 38% of the sources are Center, 38% of the sources lean Right
38% Right
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C 38%
R 38%
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