Moment Iceland is rocked by another huge volcanic eruption

Video footage has captured the moment an enormous geyser opened up on the Reykjanes Peninsula, shooting molten ash and fire into the sky.

Local news reports said a powerful started at around 8.30pm today, followed by an eruption near the town of Grindavik at around 9.30pm.

The eruption has been expected for a few weeks due to the ongoing seismic activity in the area and due to pressure changes in boreholes.

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