A series of earthquakes triggered a new eruption from a volcanic fissure on Iceland's Reykjanes Peninsula on the evening of Nov. 20, 2024. Multiple Earth-observing satellites captured views of the eruption from space and its aftermath, according to new imagery from NASA and the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA).

The resort said it has evacuated visitors and suspended operations across its facilities as a precautionary measure at least through Nov. 24.

Iceland's Reykjanes Peninsula experienced another volcanic eruption on November 20, 2024, affecting major transport routes and nearing the popular Blue Lagoon spa. Prompt evacuations were executed as lava flows were captured in stunning satellite imagery.

Iceland’s recent bout of volcanism is still going strong, with new imagery and drone footage showing the ongoing volcanic activity on the Reykjanes Peninsula in all its beautiful and terrifying glory.

Iceland is no stranger to volcanos. In fact, as a volcanic island shaped by the magma rising out of the mid-ocean ridge it sits on, the nation owes its very existence to them. On average, Iceland experiences a volcanic eruption every five years, though since 2021 the average has been closer to once a year.

Steady volcanic activity continues to approach the iconic Blue Lagoon resort on Iceland's Reykjanes Peninsula, following the eruption last week. The Icelandic Meteorological Office (IMO) reported Thursday that lava flows are expanding east and southeast from the eruptive vent near Fagradalsfjall.

A NASA satellite image captures Iceland's latest volcanic eruption, showing lava flowing near the Blue Lagoon. The eruption, which has not affected flights, resulted in the evacuation of around 3,800 residents and is similar to past powerful eruptions in the region.