REYKJANES PENINSULA VOLCANO

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Source: SkyNews

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The Reykjanes Peninsula in Iceland had a new volcanic eruption on Wednesday, the seventh since December 2023.

Reykjanes Peninsula – Key Facts

• The Reykjanes Peninsula is located in southwest Iceland and spans an area of 829 square kilometers.
  
  
• It lies along the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, where the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates diverge above sea level.

Geological Features

• The peninsula is known for its moss-covered lava fields, volcanic craters, cone-shaped mountains, and geothermal zones.
  
  
• It hosts several hot springs, fissures, and geothermal fields, including the prominent Gunnuhver Geothermal Field.

Volcanic and Seismic Activity

• Due to its tectonic location, the Reykjanes Peninsula is extremely volcanically active.
  
  
• Since 2021, it has experienced frequent volcanic eruptions and heightened geothermal activity.
  
  
• The region witnesses frequent minor earthquakes, which are often too weak to be felt by humans.

Source: NDTV.Com