A volcanic eruption has been taking place just off the island of El Hierro in the Canary Islands. For the majority of the time it has been erupting, it has all been underwater. However in the last few days the shooting magma is making an appearance above sea level, with many locals speculating that a new island will be born.
This is the first eruption of its kind since 1971 in the Canary Islands, and is in turn having some negative impact on the environment. Local fishermen have reported a complete wipe out of fish in the surrounding area, and many of the beaches close by have been closed for safety.
The Canary Islands are a very popular
cruise route, I wonder how long before we see a new port of call on the list????
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