Magma and smoke spew out as volcano erupts near Iceland capital

A volcano has erupted about 19 miles (30km) from Icelands capital, Reykjavik, the third time in two years that lava has gushed out in the area. Subscribe to Guardian News on YouTube Thousands of small earthquakes had been recorded in the area in the week leading to the eruption, signalling that the magma below ground was moving and an eruption was imminent. Iceland has 33 volcanic systems considered active, the highest number in Europe, and has an eruption every five years on average. The Guardian publishes independent journalism, made possible by supporters. Contribute to The Guardian today Sign up to the Guardian s free new daily newsletter, First Edition Website Facebook Twitter Instagram The Guardian on YouTube: The Guardian Guardian Australia Guardian Football Guardian Sport Guardian Live , Reykjavik, Iceland, Volcano, Eruption, Magma, News