2010 eruption

The 2010 eruption of Eyjafjallajökull in Iceland was a volcanic event caused by magma rising beneath the ice shield, which melted the ice and produced ash. When the ash volcano erupted, it released fine particles into the atmosphere, creating a massive ash cloud. This ash cloud spread over Europe, disrupting flights and air travel due to safety concerns. The eruption lasted several weeks, with initial explosive activity followed by quieter phases. It highlighted how volcanic activity can have wide-reaching effects on transportation and daily life, especially when it occurs beneath glacier ice, increasing the hazard of ash dispersal.