Spain: Cumbre Vieja Volcano Erupts On Canary Islands, First Time Since 1971; Atleast 5,000 Evacuated

After a spate of more than 22,000 earthquakes, the Cumbre Vieja volcano erupted on the evening of September 19 on Spain’s Canary Islands. Three villages have been evacuated from the La Palma island. Flight services to the Canaries were continuing as normal, airport operator Aena said. The Cumbre Vieja volcano chain last erupted in 1971 and is one of the most active volcanic region.

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