Fagradalsfjall Volcano Eruption
Volcanic eruptions can undoubtedly cause chaos and devastation—but they can also be stunning. Eruptions serve as a reminder of our planet’s power and the underlying geological processes driving Earth’s ongoing evolution.
Fagradalsfjall’s recent eruptions in Iceland have drawn in tourists seeking the perfect picture, some at their own peril. But this photograph from Riten Dharia probably tops all of the tourist Instagram posts.
National Geographic writes:
In May 2021, the Fagradalsfjall volcano erupted in the Reykjanes Peninsula in Iceland for the first time in over six thousand years. The lava flow continued for six months, spreading hard black rock across the landscape. It was, says Riten Dharia, who captured this image, “an exhibition of the raw and awesome power of nature.”
