PRESENTATION OUTLINE
The Hekla volcano is caused by spreading center which is caused by a 5.5-km-long fissure, Heklugjá, that cuts across the volcano.
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In 2000, Hekla had their most recent eruption with only small amount of damage.
Last updated April 14, 2015
Hekla's biggest eruption occured in 1104 AD with no warnings causing huge damages.