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Awakening Volcano Turns Iceland Town Into Nightmare
The Helgafjell volcano near Vestmannaeyjar erupts again for days after an eruption began January 23, forcing most residents to flee to Reykjavik. Officials say lava and ash bury homes and threaten the town for years. Icelandic geologists warn recovery may take long as international aid arrives.
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Iceland
Vestmannaeyjar
Helmaey Island
UPI
North Atlantic
Helgafjell
Asta Theodorsdottir
Reykjavik
Helgafiell
Sigurdur Thorarinsson