nnA volcanic eruption in southwestern Iceland forced evacuations in Grindavík and the Blue Lagoon geothermal spa early Wednesday. The eruption began around 4 a.m. following intense seismic activity on the Reykjanes Peninsula, with lava flowing from a fissure 700-1,000 meters wide. Approximately 100 residents and tourists were evacuated smoothly within 90 minutes, according to local authorities. While the lava flow currently threatens no infrastructure, gas pollution remains a concern for nearby areas. This marks the latest in a series of eruptions affecting the region since late 2023.