Scientists in Iceland issue new warning amid major volcano eruption

Scientists say toxic gas spewing into the air can reach the capital and surrounding communities.

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[scillyautomatic]

Geologyhub and Just Iceland are keeping everyone up to date.

[bobcat]

My heart goes out to all those lovely Icelandic souls and to all the pets and animals. May you all be protected. Much Love from Texas US

[dlucas]

I was there a few months ago and Iceland is so beautiful. I hope everyone is safe. They are lucky to see this eruption.

[Risad]

As a Canadian, 33f is approaching springtime temperatures, lol.
In all seriousness, pls be safe everyone in Iceland. Pls listen to the geologists and the volcanologist(s) you have there. ❤ from 🇨🇦

[VitaInDC]

I like Marcus, the news reporter, he seems like a nice guy and legit good at his job. Bravo to ABC News for hiring him.

[rt-]

Amazing that something can be so beautiful and dangerous at the same time. Let’s you know the Earth is still alive! 👍

[merrim]

Hey Marcus Moore! Great story! We loved you in Kansas City.

[SongMom]

Why do they talk about “toxic gas” as though it’s somehow a surprise? Learn a little something about volcanoes, people. And stop talking to us like we’re all idiots.

[michelevee]

Stay safe everyone. Sending well wishes from Australia. xx

[anthonythompson]

I think that was just the warm up and people should stay out the area until they know the status of the volcano

[dr.marykelleher]

Boy, you really milked this one for the drama. The shots you used are over 36 hours old (it doesn’t look like that anymore - down to 2-3 cones instead of a 4 km fissure), only one town nearby, and people have been in and out of it getting their pets and things and checking their houses prior to the eruption, and the air borne gas that is being tweaked for drama is vog, which is normal around eruptions and has varying levels of danger (from nuisance upward). What poor quality click bate reporting.

[chrissylazar]

I follow locals I have trusted since 2021 eruptions. They are up to the hour at least at least one of them are & basically repeating the same facts, which is reassuring. And post excellent details from locals gov & university & I assume professionals. Iceland is unique. I hopefully will visit someday. Stay strong, Icelanders.

[davidmurray]

Volcanic fissures are somewhat different than your normal volcano as they don't have the gigantic looking zit to them.😂

[mistermylo]

Was the berm created around the power plant successful ?

[JS-yjow]

My weather app says 33 F in Reykjavik. That’s not “very cold”.

[LiderwalyBox]

I’m lucky that my mum didn’t go there!
She was going to go to Iceland to see the Northern lights!
Phew

[shal]

What happens if the winds change what’s the rescue for the capital?

[DharmaTalksToo]

Facing the grandeur of nature, we, as humans, realize our insignificance and vulnerability. It teaches us to have a deep respect for the natural world. 🙏🙏
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The Earth is not just our environment. We are the Earth and the Earth is us. We have always been one with the Earth. Thich Nhat Hanh

[tbone]

Maybe they should call John Carey to fly up in his private jet and tell everybody sence they don’t buy an electric car or ban their electric stoves this would not happen…Kreta Thornburg should be invited also sence she is so concerned about the climate…

[morganoverbay]

Earth doing Earth thang. Best of luck to all the beautiful Icelanders.