Earth Science - Earthquakes and Volcanos course

Earth Science - Earthquakes and Volcanos Name Institution Course and Code Professor Date Earth Science - Earthquakes and Volcanos Summary A recent volcanic eruption around Reykjanes Peninsula in Iceland has drawn tourists’ interest as many are keen in observing this natural event. Indeed, on August 22, 2024, it was the sixth time within 3 months for this eruption to occur, which spewed red lava within a radius of 4 kilometers. As such, Grindavik, a small town, was recently evacuated due to toxins and gas, and any sites, including the Blue Lagoon, are now shut down. Keflavik International Airport is still functional, and all the flights are on schedule (Hughes, Wright, & Smith, 2024). Nevertheless, authorities have sought to assure the public that Iceland is ready to address the occurrence of such geophysical events. Analysis The recent volcanic activity on the Reykjanes Peninsula provides a new perspective on the geological processes under action in Iceland, a rift between the Eurasian and North American tectonic plates. Finding the 4-kilometer fissure emphasizes how dynamic and always shifting Iceland's volcanic systems are (Hughes, Wright, & Smith, 2024). Given that this eruption followed a period of inactivity spanning hundreds of years, it helps us better grasp volcanic activity and its effects on the surroundings. This eruption generates concerns over the previous paradigms regarding the frequency and occurrences of volcanic activity in Iceland. The nearby Fagradalsfjall had not erupted for the last 6000 ye...