Underwater Volcano Erupts Near Spain's Canary Islands

Underwater Volcano Erupts Near Spain's Canary Islands
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A Sea Rescue Service ship travels near Hierro Island on October 16, 2011, deployed to escort fishing ships from La Restinga port to safety in the port of La Estaca, near Valverde, Canary Islands, Spain. The discolored water is visible on satellite images from space, and a strong sulfur smell can be detected on land.

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