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Published 17:13 IST, December 21st 2023

Iceland declares state of emergency amidst 4,000 earthquakes and fears of volcanic eruptions

Iceland faces a critical moment with almost 4,000 earthquakes in Reykjanes, prompting a state of emergency due to fears of volcanic eruptions.

Reported by: Navya Dubey
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Iceland is facing a serious situation as they've had almost 4,000 small and medium earthquakes in the Reykjanes peninsula. Because of this, Iceland declared a 'state of emergency.' The biggest earthquake, with a magnitude of 5.2, has made officials worry about possible volcanic eruptions. 

A video posted on Instagram by @kiddaan shows a big crack in the middle of a town in Iceland. This video is getting viral on social media, and people are getting concerned about the situation. 

Watch the video here:

People living there are advised to stay updated and do what the safety rules say. The authorities are trying to understand and handle the changing situation in that area. 

Updated 17:13 IST, December 21st 2023