A volcanic eruption in southwest Iceland has prompted evacuations, including at nearby tourist sites like the Blue Lagoon. The Sundhnukur volcano, located on the Reykjanes Peninsula, began erupting early Wednesday morning, according to officials.

A volcanic eruption in southwestern Iceland has once again forced the evacuation of local residents and tourists at the internationally known Blue Lagoon geothermal spa.

An official said the eruption near Reykjavik, the 12th in four years from the same volcanic system, posed no threat to people or infrastructure.