Iceland’s Biggest Volcano Katla Set To Erupt After Largest Tremors In 40 Years

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Two quakes larger than four in magnitude have rocked the crater of Katla, the country’s Met Office says
Iceland raised the alarm after its largest volcano was hit by the biggest tremors since 1977.
Two quakes larger than four in magnitude early Monday rocked the crater of Katla, the country’s Met Office said in a statement.
That was followed by at least 10 more tremors at the volcano, which rises 1,450 meters (4,757 feet) into the air on the North Atlantic island’s southern coast. There were no immediate reports of casualties or damages to property.

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There have been so many natural disasters around the world this year, this is incredible! Thanks for posting this.