Moment Iceland volcano erupts, illuminating night sky

A volcanic eruption started on Monday night on Iceland’s Reykjanes peninsula, turning the sky orange and prompting the country’s civil defence to be on high alert. Subscribe to Guardian News on YouTube ► Footage shows the moment of eruption when a flash of light illuminated the sky at local time. The Guardian publishes independent journalism, made possible by supporters. Contribute to The Guardian today ► Sign up to the Guardian’s free new daily newsletter, First Edition ► Website ► Facebook ► Twitter ► Instagram ► The Guardian on YouTube:  The Guardian ► Guardian Australia ► Guardian Football ► Guardian Sport ► Guardian Live ► #Iceland #Volcano #VolcanicEruption