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The volcano finally erupted. The eruption has forced Blue Lagoon to close. The country's biggest airport, however, hasn't halted its operations.
A volcano in southwest Iceland has erupted on the Reykjanes peninsula, the country's meteorological office said Monday.
An earthquake preceded the eruption. The eruption is located close to Sundhnúkagígar, about four kilometers northeast of Grindavík, according to the meteorological office.
UPDATE: Tue. 4:11 p.m. ET: Here's the latest.
What's Closed: The Blue Lagoon Spa will be closed through December 27, according to a note on its website. On that day, the situation will be evaluated. All guests with booki