Macbook Pro 13'' worrying Noise

Hey Community,
I've had my Macbook Pro for 9 months now, and two weeks ago it started making a really strange noise, and I simply don't understand what it is.
I've found a video which has the same problem:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dG3SD7OAd1Y
Any help would be very appriciated.
Thanks,
Nic

You are still under warranty.  Take the computer to an Apple store or an AASP.  Whichever is more convenient for you.

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