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In Pics | Iceland declares state of emergency after volcano erupts fourth time in 3 months

<p>A state of emergency was declared in southern Iceland on Saturday (March 16) as another volcanic eruption rocked&nbsp;the Reykjanes Peninsula, a little over 80 km southwest of the capital Reykjavík in what is the fourth such eruption in the region since December 2023.</p>

<p>Residents of the small town of Grindavik were asked to evacuate as ongoing flare-ups continued to wreak havoc in the area.&nbsp;<br />
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Additionally, the popular tourist attraction, the Blue Lagoon, has been evacuated as a precautionary measure. A massive lava spill is generating billows of smoke, creating a spectacle for onlookers.</p>

<h2><strong>Iceland volcanic eruption: When did it happen?</strong></h2>

<p>The eruption commenced after 20:00 local time (20:00 GMT) on Saturday, between Hagafell and Stora-Scogfell, north of Grindavik, according to Iceland's civil defence service. This eruption occurred at the site of the eruption of 8 December.</p>

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<p>Footage capturing the volcanic eruption&nbsp;depicts clouds of smoke and molten magma flowing and bubbling from vents in the earth's surface.</p>

<p>The Icelandic Meteorological Agency reported a brief lead-up to the eruption and indicated that initial assessments suggest a comparable volume of magma to that of December's event. However, the agency cautioned that expected adverse weather conditions could hinder monitoring efforts to some degree.</p>

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<p>While Keflavik International Airport and other regional airports remain unaffected, the closure of the Blue Lagoon will continue until further notice as a safety precaution.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Iceland's airspace remains open.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Iceland has 33 active volcano systems</strong></h2>

<p>Approximately 4,000 residents of Grindavik were only recently been permitted to return to their homes after an eruption in January, which resulted in magma infiltrating the town and destroying three homes.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, reports by the AFP news agency indicate that only around 100 residents have opted to return thus far.</p>

<p>Iceland, with 33 active volcano systems, straddles the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, the boundary between two of Earth's largest tectonic plates. The Reykjanes Peninsula last experienced a period of volcanic activity 800 years ago, which lasted for decades.</p>

<p>The current eruption marks the seventh since 2021.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


A state of emergency was declared in southern Iceland on Saturday (March 16) as another volcanic eruption rocked the Reykjanes Peninsula, a little over 80 km southwest of the capital Reykjavík in what is the fourth such eruption in the region since December 2023.

A state of emergency was declared in southern Iceland on Saturday (March 16) as another volcanic eruption rocked the Reykjanes Peninsula, a little over 80 km southwest of the capital Reykjavík in what is the fourth such eruption in the region since December 2023. Residents of the small town of Grindavik were asked to evacuate as ongoing flare-ups continued to wreak havoc in the area. Additionally, the popular tourist attraction, the Blue Lagoon, has been evacuated as a precautionary measure. A massive lava spill is generating billows of smoke, creating a spectacle for onlookers. Iceland volcanic eruption: When did it happen? The eruption commenced after 20:00 local time (20:00 GMT) on Saturday, between Hagafell and Stora-Scogfell, north of Grindavik, according to Iceland's civil defence service. This eruption occurred at the site of the eruption of 8 December. Volcano erupts for fourth time on Iceland peninsula pic.twitter.com/pE0UADg0Sy — T (@Rifleman4WVU) March 16, 2024 × Footage capturing the volcanic eruption depicts clouds of smoke and molten magma flowing and bubbling from vents in the earth's surface. The Icelandic Meteorological Agency reported a brief lead-up to the eruption and indicated that initial assessments suggest a comparable volume of magma to that of December's event. However, the agency cautioned that expected adverse weather conditions could hinder monitoring efforts to some degree. Also read | Iceland volcano is ejecting enough lava to fill olympic swimming pool in 20 seconds While Keflavik International Airport and other regional airports remain unaffected, the closure of the Blue Lagoon will continue until further notice as a safety precaution. Iceland's airspace remains open. Iceland has 33 active volcano systems Approximately 4,000 residents of Grindavik were only recently been permitted to return to their homes after an eruption in January, which resulted in magma infiltrating the town and destroying three homes. However, reports by the AFP news agency indicate that only around 100 residents have opted to return thus far. Iceland, with 33 active volcano systems, straddles the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, the boundary between two of Earth's largest tectonic plates. The Reykjanes Peninsula last experienced a period of volcanic activity 800 years ago, which lasted for decades. The current eruption marks the seventh since 2021. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>Iceland's Foreign Minister Bjarni Benediktsson expressed enthusiasm over the signing of a trade and economic agreement between India and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA). He highlighted the vast opportunities this partnership brings for all EFTA states and India, particularly in industries like fishing and energy.</p>

<p>Speaking to WION's diplomatic correspondent Sidhant Sibal, he said, "At the end of the day, a free trade agreement is something that just opens the door. So now it's up to the business partners to seize those opportunities and have good things come out of this."</p>

<p>He also spoke on investment commitments under the pact, supply chain focus, and more.</p>

<p><em><strong>Here's the full interview:&nbsp;</strong></em></p>

<p><strong>WION: </strong>How important is the pact?</p>

<p><strong>Bjarni Benediktsson: </strong>I think it is a historic day, finally, the long negotiating session has come to an end. This will open up markets on both sides. I think tremendous opportunities are being opened for all of the EFTA states but also for India. We're excited because we are entering a market here which is one of the fastest growing in the world. And at the same time, trade relations have the potential to grow. And our case, in Iceland's case, we look at the exporting opportunities for example, in the fishing industry, but for fish products but also in other industries. Partnerships in the area of geothermal and other energy sectors, or any other areas of the energy sector are something that is very exciting. At the end of the day, a free trade agreement is something that just opens the door. So now it's up to the business partners to seize those opportunities and have good things come out of this.</p>

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<p><strong>WION:</strong> How will it help in diversifying the supply chains at a time when there is a focus on that?</p>

<p><strong>Bjarni Benediktsson: </strong>Well, I think the focus which is in this agreement, on foreign direct investment to spur new investment in India, must assist in the path of growth that India is on. As your minister mentioned earlier, it will help India be less reluctant on the imports.</p>

<p><strong>WION: </strong>When it comes to investment targets, what are the targets, and how much&nbsp;investment will come from your country to India?</p>

<p><strong>Bjarni Benediktsson: </strong>Well, proportionally our GDP is very small compared to others, especially Switzerland and Norway, but we do have examples of large investments abroad. So it is up to the business partners at the end of the day to make the necessary decisions, but I am hopeful that we will see direct investment from Iceland. It could happen in the area of energy it could also happen in other industries. We'll just have to see.</p>

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<p><strong>WION:</strong> What are&nbsp;the sectors which are going to benefit. Can you talk about that and the agriculture sector is kept out from the pact?</p>

<p><strong>Bjarni Benediktsson:</strong> Yeah, well, that is very normal in free trade agreements that agriculture is the most delicate&nbsp;chapter to negotiate on. But I think we should focus on the positive side here, the number of tariffs that are being lowered, the opportunities that are being opened for foreign direct investment, and also the security that the Free Trade Agreement brings for business partners.</p>

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<p><strong>WION: </strong>What kind of security you're talking about?&nbsp;</p>

<p><strong>Bjarni Benediktsson: </strong>Just the fact that you have common understanding on the framework in which business takes place.</p>

<p><strong>WION: </strong>Security situation in Europe, how is the conflict impacting it?</p>

<p><strong>Bjarni Benediktsson: &nbsp;</strong>Well, if we are talking about the war, which is ongoing in Ukraine, it is of course, undermining economic security. And this has been very obvious in recent years when inflation came up and energy security was threatened. So we need to find the path to&nbsp;peace and freedom, and economic security will follow.</p>

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Iceland's Foreign Minister Bjarni Benediktsson expressed enthusiasm over the signing of a trade and economic agreement between India and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA).

Iceland's Foreign Minister Bjarni Benediktsson expressed enthusiasm over the signing of a trade and economic agreement between India and the European Free Trade Association (EFTA). He highlighted the vast opportunities this partnership brings for all EFTA states and India, particularly in industries like fishing and energy. Speaking to WION's diplomatic correspondent Sidhant Sibal, he said, "At the end of the day, a free trade agreement is something that just opens the door. So now it's up to the business partners to seize those opportunities and have good things come out of this." He also spoke on investment commitments under the pact, supply chain focus, and more. Here's the full interview: WION: How important is the pact? Bjarni Benediktsson: I think it is a historic day, finally, the long negotiating session has come to an end. This will open up markets on both sides. I think tremendous opportunities are being opened for all of the EFTA states but also for India. We're excited because we are entering a market here which is one of the fastest growing in the world. And at the same time, trade relations have the potential to grow. And our case, in Iceland's case, we look at the exporting opportunities for example, in the fishing industry, but for fish products but also in other industries. Partnerships in the area of geothermal and other energy sectors, or any other areas of the energy sector are something that is very exciting. At the end of the day, a free trade agreement is something that just opens the door. So now it's up to the business partners to seize those opportunities and have good things come out of this. Also Read | India seals free trade agreement with four-nation European bloc WION: How will it help in diversifying the supply chains at a time when there is a focus on that? Bjarni Benediktsson: Well, I think the focus which is in this agreement, on foreign direct investment to spur new investment in India, must assist in the path of growth that India is on. As your minister mentioned earlier, it will help India be less reluctant on the imports. WION: When it comes to investment targets, what are the targets, and how much investment will come from your country to India? Bjarni Benediktsson: Well, proportionally our GDP is very small compared to others, especially Switzerland and Norway, but we do have examples of large investments abroad. So it is up to the business partners at the end of the day to make the necessary decisions, but I am hopeful that we will see direct investment from Iceland. It could happen in the area of energy it could also happen in other industries. We'll just have to see. Also Read | Chola and Jatayu: Indian Navy's ode to maritime history in a week of naval milestones WION: What are the sectors which are going to benefit. Can you talk about that and the agriculture sector is kept out from the pact? Bjarni Benediktsson: Yeah, well, that is very normal in free trade agreements that agriculture is the most delicate chapter to negotiate on. But I think we should focus on the positive side here, the number of tariffs that are being lowered, the opportunities that are being opened for foreign direct investment, and also the security that the Free Trade Agreement brings for business partners. Watch | India: Over $14 billion to spent by political parties, says report × WION: What kind of security you're talking about? Bjarni Benediktsson: Just the fact that you have common understanding on the framework in which business takes place. WION: Security situation in Europe, how is the conflict impacting it? Bjarni Benediktsson: Well, if we are talking about the war, which is ongoing in Ukraine, it is of course, undermining economic security. And this has been very obvious in recent years when inflation came up and energy security was threatened. So we need to find the path to peace and freedom, and economic security will follow.

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<p>Hundreds were evacuated from Iceland's world-famous Blue Lagoon because of a nearby seismic activity that suggests an "imminent" volcanic eruption is possible, the country's public broadcaster RÚV reported on Saturday.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The report further added that the nearby town of Grindavík is also being evacuated.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Iceland's national broadcaster said that lava has begun flowing after "intense seismic activity" in the area around the lagoon.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The lagoon is a popular geothermal spa that is known for its milky blue and comforting warm waters.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The spa has had a number of closures in recent months as a wave of seismic activity continues to hit the country.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The broadcaster said that Magma has begun flowing after "intense seismic activity" in the area around the lagoon.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As reported by CNN, a volcanologist Thorvaldur Thordarson told RÚV that the depth of the magma, around four kilometers suggests that an eruption could take place within hours.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>According to the state broadcaster, police reported that the process of evacuation was "going well" and that there had been only a few people in town in recent days.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Blue Lagoon said on Saturday in its statement on its website that it had initiated an evacuation of its premises due to "increased seismic activity in a known area, a few kilometers away".&nbsp;</p>

<p>It further added that the operations would be closed at least until the end of Sunday, when the situation would be reassessed.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The statement added, "We will continue to closely follow the guidelines and recommendations of the authorities, working collaboratively with them to monitor the progression of events."&nbsp;</p>

<p>"As a result all our operations will remain closed for the remaining of today, Saturday, March 2, and tomorrow, Sunday, March 3, at which time the situation will be reassessed," it added.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)&nbsp;</em></p>


Hundreds were evacuated from Iceland's world-famous Blue Lagoon because of a nearby seismic activity that suggests an "imminent" volcanic eruption is possible, the country's public broadcaster RÚV reported on Saturday.

Hundreds were evacuated from Iceland's world-famous Blue Lagoon because of a nearby seismic activity that suggests an "imminent" volcanic eruption is possible, the country's public broadcaster RÚV reported on Saturday. The report further added that the nearby town of Grindavík is also being evacuated. Iceland's national broadcaster said that lava has begun flowing after "intense seismic activity" in the area around the lagoon. Also read: New York City cop sues NYPD over decade-old nude photo shared among colleagues The lagoon is a popular geothermal spa that is known for its milky blue and comforting warm waters. The spa has had a number of closures in recent months as a wave of seismic activity continues to hit the country. The broadcaster said that Magma has begun flowing after "intense seismic activity" in the area around the lagoon. As reported by CNN, a volcanologist Thorvaldur Thordarson told RÚV that the depth of the magma, around four kilometers suggests that an eruption could take place within hours. Also read: Malaysia may launch new search 10 years after disappearance of flight MH370 as demand swells According to the state broadcaster, police reported that the process of evacuation was "going well" and that there had been only a few people in town in recent days. Blue Lagoon said on Saturday in its statement on its website that it had initiated an evacuation of its premises due to "increased seismic activity in a known area, a few kilometers away". It further added that the operations would be closed at least until the end of Sunday, when the situation would be reassessed. The statement added, "We will continue to closely follow the guidelines and recommendations of the authorities, working collaboratively with them to monitor the progression of events." "As a result all our operations will remain closed for the remaining of today, Saturday, March 2, and tomorrow, Sunday, March 3, at which time the situation will be reassessed," it added. (With inputs from agencies)

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<p>Magma might be accumulating again beneath a volcanic hotspot in Iceland after the region witnessed three massive eruptions in the last few months.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to the Icelandic Meteorological Office (IMO), the magma volume under Svartsengi in the Reykjanes Peninsula is approaching the same height as ahead of the previous eruptions between December 2023 and January 2024.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Svartsengi, which has a geothermal power plant, is famous for the Blue Lagoon spa, has&nbsp;only recently fully reopened to visitors. However, as experts fear a volcanic eruption, they have warned people not to spend the night nearby.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The town of Grindavik, evacuated during the last few months and whose residents have just returned, is once again under the threat of an eruption, said IMO. The office fears that magma would appear in a "sudden, localised and intense micro-seismic activity."</p>

<p>"If the seismic activity goes to the south towards Grindavík, it will take a little longer, so there will be some warning about it," Kristín Jónsdóttir, a natural hazards specialist at IMO, told the newspaper Vísir.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"The meteorological office assesses that there is considerable danger, and I would say that it is not very wise to spend the night in Grindavík," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The calculations from IMO suggest that there are around 268 million cubic feet (7.6 million cubic metres) of magma amassed beneath Svartsengi.</p>

<p>The probability of eruption increases when the volume crosses eight million cubic metres.</p>

<p>"We are quite worried that if there is an eruption in the next few days, it will be difficult to evacuate these places," Hjördís Guðmundsdóttir, communications director of civil defence, said. "The warning can be very short, and no one can say exactly where the eruption will occur. We know that people are in the town and the Blue Lagoon, but we have warning sirens in place that will be blown if there is a reason for it," he added."&nbsp;</p>

<p>Iceland has declared a state of emergency multiple times in the last few months after eruptions in the region, occurring between December 18-21, January 14 and February 8. Although the volcanic eruptions have damaged property and infrastructure, there were no fatalities.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Lava from the most dangerous eruption reached the town's border and damaged three houses in January. Furthermore, in February, the lava collided with a crucial hot water pipe from the Svartsengi geothermal power plant.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, the biggest risks in Gridavik are the creation of sinkholes and earthquakes caused by fault movement.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Magma might be accumulating again beneath a volcanic hotspot in Iceland after the region witnessed three massive eruptions in the last few months. According to the Icelandic Meteorological Office (IMO), the magma volume under Svartsengi in the Reykjanes Peninsula is approaching the same height as ahead of the previous eruptions between December 2023 and January 2024.

Magma might be accumulating again beneath a volcanic hotspot in Iceland after the region witnessed three massive eruptions in the last few months. According to the Icelandic Meteorological Office (IMO), the magma volume under Svartsengi in the Reykjanes Peninsula is approaching the same height as ahead of the previous eruptions between December 2023 and January 2024. Svartsengi, which has a geothermal power plant, is famous for the Blue Lagoon spa, has only recently fully reopened to visitors. However, as experts fear a volcanic eruption, they have warned people not to spend the night nearby. The town of Grindavik, evacuated during the last few months and whose residents have just returned, is once again under the threat of an eruption, said IMO. The office fears that magma would appear in a "sudden, localised and intense micro-seismic activity." "If the seismic activity goes to the south towards Grindavík, it will take a little longer, so there will be some warning about it," Kristín Jónsdóttir, a natural hazards specialist at IMO, told the newspaper Vísir. ALSO READ | India to launch rockets to space from southern Tamil Nadu. Here's why "The meteorological office assesses that there is considerable danger, and I would say that it is not very wise to spend the night in Grindavík," he added. The calculations from IMO suggest that there are around 268 million cubic feet (7.6 million cubic metres) of magma amassed beneath Svartsengi. The probability of eruption increases when the volume crosses eight million cubic metres. "We are quite worried that if there is an eruption in the next few days, it will be difficult to evacuate these places," Hjördís Guðmundsdóttir, communications director of civil defence, said. "The warning can be very short, and no one can say exactly where the eruption will occur. We know that people are in the town and the Blue Lagoon, but we have warning sirens in place that will be blown if there is a reason for it," he added." Iceland has declared a state of emergency multiple times in the last few months after eruptions in the region, occurring between December 18-21, January 14 and February 8. Although the volcanic eruptions have damaged property and infrastructure, there were no fatalities. Lava from the most dangerous eruption reached the town's border and damaged three houses in January. Furthermore, in February, the lava collided with a crucial hot water pipe from the Svartsengi geothermal power plant. However, the biggest risks in Gridavik are the creation of sinkholes and earthquakes caused by fault movement. (With inputs from agencies)

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A volcano in Iceland erupted on Thursday for the second time this year. Several communities on the Reykjanes Peninsula were cut off from heat and hot water after a river of lava engulfed a supply pipeline.

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Volcano in Iceland erupts again; molten rocks spew from fissures

<p>A volcano erupted on Thursday (Feb 8)&nbsp;in southwest Iceland, marking the sixth outbreak on the Reykjanes peninsula since 2021, according to the country's meteorological office. This event marks the second eruption in the region this year, adding to the series of volcanic activities in the area, as reported by Reuters.</p>

<p>Live footage captured from the vicinity displayed images of bright-orange molten rock spouting from fissures in the ground. The eruption spectacle attracted attention as streams of lava flowed and cascaded down the landscape.</p>

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<p>The Icelandic Meteorological Office issued a warning, alerting the public about the volcanic eruption occurring north of Sylingarfell. Concurrently, the nearby Blue Lagoon geothermal spa announced its closure as a precautionary measure in response to the volcanic activity.</p>

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<h2><strong>Not the first time...</strong></h2>

<p>The latest eruption follows a similar event on January 14, which lasted approximately two days. During that eruption, lava flows encroached upon the outskirts of the Grindavik fishing town, prompting the evacuation of nearly 4,000 residents and causing damage to some residential properties.</p>

<p>The Sylingarfell mountain, the epicentre of the eruption, is located north of Grindavik. However, it remains uncertain whether Thursday's volcanic activity will directly impact the nearby village.</p>

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<p>In anticipation of future volcanic events, Icelandic authorities commenced construction of dykes aimed at diverting lava flows away from residential areas and critical infrastructure. Despite a downgrade in the volcanic system's threat level, local authorities have cautioned about the potential for additional eruptions as land elevation continues to rise due to subterranean magma accumulation.</p>

<p>Iceland's unique geological landscape, featuring over 30 active volcanoes, has established the country as a hotspot for volcano tourism.&nbsp;</p>

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A volcano erupted on Thursday (Feb 8) in southwest Iceland, marking the sixth outbreak on the Reykjanes peninsula since 2021, according to the country's meteorological office.

A volcano erupted on Thursday (Feb 8) in southwest Iceland, marking the sixth outbreak on the Reykjanes peninsula since 2021, according to the country's meteorological office. This event marks the second eruption in the region this year, adding to the series of volcanic activities in the area, as reported by Reuters. Live footage captured from the vicinity displayed images of bright-orange molten rock spouting from fissures in the ground. The eruption spectacle attracted attention as streams of lava flowed and cascaded down the landscape. Watch the video here: Incredible lava fountaining ongoing! pic.twitter.com/O3X5oaa8s5 — Alex Spahn 🌋🌪️☄️ (@spahn711) February 8, 2024 × The Icelandic Meteorological Office issued a warning, alerting the public about the volcanic eruption occurring north of Sylingarfell. Concurrently, the nearby Blue Lagoon geothermal spa announced its closure as a precautionary measure in response to the volcanic activity. Also read | Drone footage shows struggling killer whales trapped in ice off Japan's Hokkaido Not the first time... The latest eruption follows a similar event on January 14, which lasted approximately two days. During that eruption, lava flows encroached upon the outskirts of the Grindavik fishing town, prompting the evacuation of nearly 4,000 residents and causing damage to some residential properties. The Sylingarfell mountain, the epicentre of the eruption, is located north of Grindavik. However, it remains uncertain whether Thursday's volcanic activity will directly impact the nearby village. Also watch | Iceland Volcano Eruption: Seismic activity intensified overnight near Grindavik In anticipation of future volcanic events, Icelandic authorities commenced construction of dykes aimed at diverting lava flows away from residential areas and critical infrastructure. Despite a downgrade in the volcanic system's threat level, local authorities have cautioned about the potential for additional eruptions as land elevation continues to rise due to subterranean magma accumulation. Iceland's unique geological landscape, featuring over 30 active volcanoes, has established the country as a hotspot for volcano tourism. (With inputs from agencies)

Iceland's Reykjanes Peninsula experiences 6th volcanic eruption since 2021: WATCH

<p>NASA has captured images of the ancient volcanic fissures in Iceland that cracked open, spewing red-hot lava and posing a significant threat to towns, particularly Grindavik, where evacuations took place.</p>

<p>The most recent eruption on January 14 intensified fears as it engulfed homes shortly after villagers had been safely relocated.</p>

<p>The region has been on high alert since December due to a series of eruptions, leaving Grindavik in a precarious position.</p>

<p>However, the Icelandic Met Office has warned&nbsp;that the peril is far from over, with ongoing risks of fault movements, unpredictable lava flows, and the sudden emergence of new fissures.</p>

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<h2><strong>NASA's thermal insight into the volcanic unrest</strong></h2>

<p>NASA's Landsat 9 satellite captured the unfolding crisis by using&nbsp;a thermal infrared sensor. A recently released map depicts the substantial heat emanating from the fractured land surface near Grindavik. The image vividly shows&nbsp;the massive fissures filled with intensely hot lava.</p>

<p>Despite recent evacuations, Grindavik remains susceptible to additional fault movements and unpredictable lava flows. The NASA data, collected on January 16, reveals ground deformation of up to 1.4 metres&nbsp;(4.6 feet) beneath Grindavik due to magma movement. Experts caution that the area may experience cyclical bursts of volcanic activity, underscoring the persistent dangers.</p>

<p>Last month, the eruption in the Svartsengi volcanic system heightened tensions. Beginning on December 18, it prompted the evacuation of Grindavik's 4,000 residents and the closure of the popular tourist destination, the Blue Lagoon geothermal spa.</p>

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<h2><strong>Iceland's unique geological position</strong></h2>

<p>Positioned between the Eurasian and North American tectonic plates, Iceland faces heightened seismic and volcanic activity. As these two colossal plates move in opposite directions, the country remains a dynamic hotspot for geological phenomena, adding to the ongoing challenges posed by natural forces.</p>

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NASA has captured images of the ancient volcanic fissures in Iceland that cracked open, spewing red-hot lava and posing a significant threat to towns, particularly Grindavik, where evacuations took place.

NASA has captured images of the ancient volcanic fissures in Iceland that cracked open, spewing red-hot lava and posing a significant threat to towns, particularly Grindavik, where evacuations took place. The most recent eruption on January 14 intensified fears as it engulfed homes shortly after villagers had been safely relocated. The region has been on high alert since December due to a series of eruptions, leaving Grindavik in a precarious position. However, the Icelandic Met Office has warned that the peril is far from over, with ongoing risks of fault movements, unpredictable lava flows, and the sudden emergence of new fissures. Also read | Asteroid crashes into Earth over Germany just hours after being discovered In mid-Jan. 2024, volcanic activity in southwestern Iceland released lava near the town of Grindavík. This map of thermal signatures from #Landsat 9 reveals heat emanating from Earth’s surface, highlighting the location and extent of the new fissures. https://t.co/pb6BOFSILW pic.twitter.com/JiL1Cvh3yO — NASA Earth (@NASAEarth) January 22, 2024 × NASA's thermal insight into the volcanic unrest NASA's Landsat 9 satellite captured the unfolding crisis by using a thermal infrared sensor. A recently released map depicts the substantial heat emanating from the fractured land surface near Grindavik. The image vividly shows the massive fissures filled with intensely hot lava. Despite recent evacuations, Grindavik remains susceptible to additional fault movements and unpredictable lava flows. The NASA data, collected on January 16, reveals ground deformation of up to 1.4 metres (4.6 feet) beneath Grindavik due to magma movement. Experts caution that the area may experience cyclical bursts of volcanic activity, underscoring the persistent dangers. Last month, the eruption in the Svartsengi volcanic system heightened tensions. Beginning on December 18, it prompted the evacuation of Grindavik's 4,000 residents and the closure of the popular tourist destination, the Blue Lagoon geothermal spa. Also read | Massive solar flares to trigger beautiful auroras in these parts of US Iceland's unique geological position Positioned between the Eurasian and North American tectonic plates, Iceland faces heightened seismic and volcanic activity. As these two colossal plates move in opposite directions, the country remains a dynamic hotspot for geological phenomena, adding to the ongoing challenges posed by natural forces. (With inputs from agencies)

‘Hazard remains high’: NASA captures images of new lava-emitting fissures in Iceland

A state of emergency has been declared in Iceland after a volcano in the southwestern part of the country began to erupt and send lava surging into the seaside town of Grindavik.

Iceland Volcano Eruption: Seismic activity intensified overnight near Grindavik

<p>The evacuated residents from the Icelandic town of Grindavík now fear that they may never be able to return to their homes after Sunday's volcanic eruption propelled lava towards the residential area, setting houses on fire and damaging water and electric supply.</p>

<p>The Fagradalsfjall volcano situated on the north of the Icelandic fishing village of Grindavik erupted early on Sunday (Jan 14), just hours after residents were evacuated in the vicinity of the area.</p>

<p>The eruption took place at 8:00 am (0800 GMT), according to the Icelandic Meteorological Office (IMO).</p>

<p>"A crack has opened up on both sides of the dykes that have begun to be built north of Grindavik," the Met Office wrote.</p>

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<h2><strong>'Volcanic eruption threw question mark over people's lives', say residents</strong></h2>

<p>Thirty-one-year-old David Ingi Bustion, an architect whose family has lived in the fishing town of Iceland for over three years, said that the latest lava explosion has left the 3,800 residents of Grindavík in uncertainty over the town's ability to be habitable ever again.</p>

<p>“We don’t know what will happen now. It has thrown a question mark over people’s lives,” The Guardian quoted Bustion as saying. “A few houses have burned but the water pipes and electricity have been damaged so there is no heating and it’s been really cold.”</p>

<p><strong>WATCH |&nbsp;Volcano erupts in Southwest Iceland, flowing lava reaches fishing town</strong></p>

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<p>Reportedly the volcano appeared to be less active on Monday (Jan 15), however, the Icelandic meteorological office issued a warning stating that the area was at high risk.</p>

<p>“It is difficult to estimate how long this eruption will last,” it added.</p>

<p>This is the fifth volcanic eruption that has occurred in Iceland in nearly three years. The most recent occurred on December 18 in the same region, southwest of the capital Reykjavik.&nbsp;</p>

<p>In Grindavik, most of the city’s 4,000 residents were ordered to evacuate on Nov 11 as a precautionary measure after scientists reported a tunnel of magma moving beneath the city</p>

<p>Small earthquakes, sometimes as many as 100 a day, lead to huge cracks in streets, homes and buildings.</p>

<p>Residents were allowed to return for brief periods after the volcanic eruption on Dec 18.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On December 23, they were allowed to move back in permanently, but only a few of them did so, only to be evacuated again on Saturday night.</p>

<p>“Most of our family had moved back to Grindavík and were there when it happened. At 3 am Sunday morning they were woken up by sirens and had to flee. People have reacted differently, but one of my cousins was very startled. Most people didn’t know if it was going to affect the town and just had to get their stuff and leave,” The Guardian quoted Bustion as saying.</p>

<p>“From what we have been told it doesn’t seem like there will be any more direct destruction inside the town, but the problem is there is no water or heating,” he added.</p>

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The evacuated residents from the Icelandic town of Grindavík now fear that they may never be able to return to their homes after Sunday's volcanic eruption propelled lava towards the residential area, setting houses on fire and damaging water and electric supply.

The evacuated residents from the Icelandic town of Grindavík now fear that they may never be able to return to their homes after Sunday's volcanic eruption propelled lava towards the residential area, setting houses on fire and damaging water and electric supply. The Fagradalsfjall volcano situated on the north of the Icelandic fishing village of Grindavik erupted early on Sunday (Jan 14), just hours after residents were evacuated in the vicinity of the area. The eruption took place at 8:00 am (0800 GMT), according to the Icelandic Meteorological Office (IMO). "A crack has opened up on both sides of the dykes that have begun to be built north of Grindavik," the Met Office wrote. Also read: Volcano erupts near Icelandic fishing town, sets houses on fire 'Volcanic eruption threw question mark over people's lives', say residents Thirty-one-year-old David Ingi Bustion, an architect whose family has lived in the fishing town of Iceland for over three years, said that the latest lava explosion has left the 3,800 residents of Grindavík in uncertainty over the town's ability to be habitable ever again. “We don’t know what will happen now. It has thrown a question mark over people’s lives,” The Guardian quoted Bustion as saying. “A few houses have burned but the water pipes and electricity have been damaged so there is no heating and it’s been really cold.” WATCH | Volcano erupts in Southwest Iceland, flowing lava reaches fishing town × Reportedly the volcano appeared to be less active on Monday (Jan 15), however, the Icelandic meteorological office issued a warning stating that the area was at high risk. “It is difficult to estimate how long this eruption will last,” it added. This is the fifth volcanic eruption that has occurred in Iceland in nearly three years. The most recent occurred on December 18 in the same region, southwest of the capital Reykjavik. In Grindavik, most of the city’s 4,000 residents were ordered to evacuate on Nov 11 as a precautionary measure after scientists reported a tunnel of magma moving beneath the city Small earthquakes, sometimes as many as 100 a day, lead to huge cracks in streets, homes and buildings. Residents were allowed to return for brief periods after the volcanic eruption on Dec 18. On December 23, they were allowed to move back in permanently, but only a few of them did so, only to be evacuated again on Saturday night. “Most of our family had moved back to Grindavík and were there when it happened. At 3 am Sunday morning they were woken up by sirens and had to flee. People have reacted differently, but one of my cousins was very startled. Most people didn’t know if it was going to affect the town and just had to get their stuff and leave,” The Guardian quoted Bustion as saying. “From what we have been told it doesn’t seem like there will be any more direct destruction inside the town, but the problem is there is no water or heating,” he added. (With inputs from agencies)

Volcanic eruption in Iceland's Grindavik leaves residents in limbo

Iceland lava spewing from eruption enters residential areas of Grindavik, situation remains alarming

<p>An Arctic blast is poised to bring frigid nights to Britain next week, potentially colder than Iceland. A northerly wind is expected to bring in cold Arctic air across the UK, prompting the UK Health Security Agency to issue cold health warnings. The Met Office has also implemented yellow severe weather warnings.</p>

<p>While initial snow and ice accumulation will be concentrated in Scotland and Northern Ireland, with up to 10 centimetres in low-lying areas, the rest of the UK will also face freezing conditions and later, snow. Temperatures may drop significantly, potentially falling below those in Iceland.</p>

<p>The Met Office forecasts temperatures around -7ºC in Reykjavik on Wednesday (Jan 17), while WX Charts predict parts of northern Scotland could plummet as low as -12ºC.</p>

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<p>A vast 756-mile-long weather warning covers the country, bringing snow and ice from Lewick in Shetland, Scotland, to Tenby in Wales. Yellow weather warnings are in place from Sunday through Thursday (Jan 18), initially covering northern Scotland and the Shetland Islands with snow, ice, and a wind warning.</p>

<p>As the week progresses, the warning extends to Northern Ireland on Monday (Jan 15), followed by the Arctic air reaching parts of Wales and the Midlands on Tuesday (Jan 16). Wednesday and Thursday bring a 600-mile snow warning, encompassing extensive areas of the UK.</p>

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<p>Met Office Deputy Chief Meteorologist Chris Bulmer explained: "Snow showers from Sunday onwards are most likely to move inland from coasts exposed to northerly winds. The focus of snow showers will be over northern Scotland, but parts of the North Sea and Irish Sea coasts may also see some snow at times.</p>

<p>"There are a couple of weather systems for Tuesday and Wednesday which we are keeping an eye on that bring the potential for disruptive snow for some regions. With cold air firmly in place, any weather systems that move across the country next week will bringing mainly snowfall inland. Models are currently showing us a variety of options for both systems and we’ll be able to add more details in the coming days," he adds.</p>

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An Arctic blast is poised to bring frigid nights to Britain next week, potentially colder than Iceland. A northerly wind is expected to bring in cold Arctic air across the UK, prompting the UK Health Security Agency to issue cold health warnings.

An Arctic blast is poised to bring frigid nights to Britain next week, potentially colder than Iceland. A northerly wind is expected to bring in cold Arctic air across the UK, prompting the UK Health Security Agency to issue cold health warnings. The Met Office has also implemented yellow severe weather warnings. While initial snow and ice accumulation will be concentrated in Scotland and Northern Ireland, with up to 10 centimetres in low-lying areas, the rest of the UK will also face freezing conditions and later, snow. Temperatures may drop significantly, potentially falling below those in Iceland. The Met Office forecasts temperatures around -7ºC in Reykjavik on Wednesday (Jan 17), while WX Charts predict parts of northern Scotland could plummet as low as -12ºC. Watch: UK PM Sunak announces $3.2 billion aid for Ukraine in Kyiv × A vast 756-mile-long weather warning covers the country, bringing snow and ice from Lewick in Shetland, Scotland, to Tenby in Wales. Yellow weather warnings are in place from Sunday through Thursday (Jan 18), initially covering northern Scotland and the Shetland Islands with snow, ice, and a wind warning. As the week progresses, the warning extends to Northern Ireland on Monday (Jan 15), followed by the Arctic air reaching parts of Wales and the Midlands on Tuesday (Jan 16). Wednesday and Thursday bring a 600-mile snow warning, encompassing extensive areas of the UK. Also read: UK to send warships, aircraft carrier to Indian Ocean for joint training with Indian forces Met Office Deputy Chief Meteorologist Chris Bulmer explained: "Snow showers from Sunday onwards are most likely to move inland from coasts exposed to northerly winds. The focus of snow showers will be over northern Scotland, but parts of the North Sea and Irish Sea coasts may also see some snow at times. "There are a couple of weather systems for Tuesday and Wednesday which we are keeping an eye on that bring the potential for disruptive snow for some regions. With cold air firmly in place, any weather systems that move across the country next week will bringing mainly snowfall inland. Models are currently showing us a variety of options for both systems and we’ll be able to add more details in the coming days," he adds. (With inputs from agencies)

Arctic blast to wreak havoc: Britain to be colder than Iceland with mercury dipping to -12ºC

Residents returned briefly to an evacuated fishing town in Iceland on Thursday for the first time since a volcanic eruption to check on their homes and collect some belongings. Scientists who flew over the area on Thursday said lava flows had continued to diminish and no volcanic activity was visible.

Volcano erupts in Southwest Iceland, PM says eruption 'a very serious situation'

In Pics | Volcano erupts in Iceland, spews lava toward fishing town

<p>A volcano situated on the north of the Icelandic fishing village of Grindavik erupted early on Sunday (Jan 14), just hours after residents were evacuated in the vicinity of the area, the authorities said.</p>

<p>This is the fifth volcanic eruption that has occurred in Iceland in nearly three years. The most recent occurred on December 18 in the same region, southwest of the capital Reykjavik.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The eruption took place at 8:00 am (0800 GMT), the Icelandic Meteorological Office (IMO) said.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"A crack has opened up on both sides of the dykes that have begun to be built north of Grindavik," the Met Office wrote.</p>

<p>According to the Icelandic Meteorological Office (IMO), the lava was advancing towards the town and had reached a distance of approximately 450 metres (1,500 feet).</p>

<p>"From measurements from the Icelandic coastguard helicopter, the (lava's) perimeter is now about 450 metres (yards) from the northernmost houses in the town," it said. Two of the houses had also caught fire in Grindavik.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">First damaged building in Grindavik. It looks like the windows "blowing" out....🥺<br />
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Video via: <a href="https://twitter.com/mondoterremoti?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">@mondoterremoti</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Grindavik?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Grindavik</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/Iceland?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#Iceland</a> <a href="https://t.co/XN8QAAOrJt">pic.twitter.com/XN8QAAOrJt</a></p>
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<p>After the seismic activity intensified overnight, the last of the town's residents were evacuated around 3:00 am, news agency AFP reported citing public broadcaster RUV.</p>

<p><strong>WATCH |&nbsp;Residents visit evacuated Icelandic town for first time since volcanic eruption</strong></p>

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<p>In Grindavik, most of the city’s 4,000 residents were ordered to evacuate on Nov 11 as a precautionary measure after scientists reported a tunnel of magma moving beneath the city</p>

<p>Small earthquakes, sometimes as many as 100 a day, lead to huge cracks in streets, homes and buildings.</p>

<p>Residents were allowed to return for brief periods after the volcanic eruption on Dec 18.&nbsp;</p>

<p>On December 23, they were allowed to move back in permanently, but only a small number of people did so.</p>

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<h2><strong>‘No lives in danger,’ says President Gudni Johannesson</strong></h2>

<p>The live videos from the scene showed billowing smoke emanating from cracks in the ground across a wide area very close to the town of Grindavik.</p>

<p>"No lives are in danger, although infrastructure may be under threat," Iceland's President Gudni Johannesson said on social media site X, adding there had been no interruptions to flights.</p>

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<p dir="ltr" lang="en">Aerial footage from the Icelandic Coast Guard shows the proximity of the lava flow to the town of Grindavík. Measures are being taken to defend infrastructure. <a href="https://t.co/fM0JEYetNA">pic.twitter.com/fM0JEYetNA</a></p>
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<p>"It is of course frightening to see how close this is to the town," Prime Minister Katrin Jakobsdottir told the daily Morgunbladid.</p>

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A volcano situated on the north of the Icelandic fishing village of Grindavik erupted early on Sunday (Jan 14), just hours after residents were evacuated in the vicinity of the area, the authorities said.

A volcano situated on the north of the Icelandic fishing village of Grindavik erupted early on Sunday (Jan 14), just hours after residents were evacuated in the vicinity of the area, the authorities said. This is the fifth volcanic eruption that has occurred in Iceland in nearly three years. The most recent occurred on December 18 in the same region, southwest of the capital Reykjavik. The eruption took place at 8:00 am (0800 GMT), the Icelandic Meteorological Office (IMO) said. "A crack has opened up on both sides of the dykes that have begun to be built north of Grindavik," the Met Office wrote. According to the Icelandic Meteorological Office (IMO), the lava was advancing towards the town and had reached a distance of approximately 450 metres (1,500 feet). "From measurements from the Icelandic coastguard helicopter, the (lava's) perimeter is now about 450 metres (yards) from the northernmost houses in the town," it said. Two of the houses had also caught fire in Grindavik. First damaged building in Grindavik. It looks like the windows "blowing" out....🥺 The greenhouse is still standing. Video via: @mondoterremoti #Grindavik #Iceland pic.twitter.com/XN8QAAOrJt — Volcaholic 🌋 (@volcaholic1) January 14, 2024 × After the seismic activity intensified overnight, the last of the town's residents were evacuated around 3:00 am, news agency AFP reported citing public broadcaster RUV. WATCH | Residents visit evacuated Icelandic town for first time since volcanic eruption × In Grindavik, most of the city’s 4,000 residents were ordered to evacuate on Nov 11 as a precautionary measure after scientists reported a tunnel of magma moving beneath the city Small earthquakes, sometimes as many as 100 a day, lead to huge cracks in streets, homes and buildings. Residents were allowed to return for brief periods after the volcanic eruption on Dec 18. On December 23, they were allowed to move back in permanently, but only a small number of people did so. Also read: India's Lakshadweep saw lowest aircraft movement last year: Report ‘No lives in danger,’ says President Gudni Johannesson The live videos from the scene showed billowing smoke emanating from cracks in the ground across a wide area very close to the town of Grindavik. "No lives are in danger, although infrastructure may be under threat," Iceland's President Gudni Johannesson said on social media site X, adding there had been no interruptions to flights. Aerial footage from the Icelandic Coast Guard shows the proximity of the lava flow to the town of Grindavík. Measures are being taken to defend infrastructure. pic.twitter.com/fM0JEYetNA — President of Iceland (@PresidentISL) January 14, 2024 × "It is of course frightening to see how close this is to the town," Prime Minister Katrin Jakobsdottir told the daily Morgunbladid. (With inputs from agencies)

Video: Volcano erupts near Icelandic fishing town, sets houses on fire

<p>Search and rescue authorities in Iceland are looking for a man who reportedly fell into a deep crack in Earth created after a major earthquake. The town of Grindavík witnessed a major earthquake on November 10, leading authorities to issue an evacuation notice.&nbsp;</p>

<p>According to the authorities, the missing man is a member of the roadwork crew and was assigned the task of filling the crevasse. A spokesperson of the rescue team told local media that a man was reported missing on Wednesday (Jan 10) and a search effort has been launched, but none of the man’s coworkers witnessed him&nbsp;fall into the crevasse.</p>

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<p>Notably, the tools of the missing man have already been recovered from the site where he is believed to have fallen. A crane had also been deployed and dog squads had been called in to aid the rescue efforts. A team of more than 200 people is&nbsp;said to be involved in the rescue mission.</p>

<p>"We came to search until we find him," Úlfar Lúðvíksson, the region's police chief, told the Icelandic newspaper Morgunbladid.</p>

<p>According to the police, it was not clear how deep the crack was. Lúðvíksson said precautions were being taken to prevent another such incident near the crevasse.</p>

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<p>"There are two men who go down in a basket at a time and stay down for about 10 minutes. Then they come up and the other two take over," Lúðvíksson&nbsp;explained&nbsp;why the rescue efforts were taking so much time.</p>

<p>The town is located near the path of an approximately 9.3-mile-long vertical intrusion of magma in the Earth's crust, that is thought to be fed by a horizontal intrusion causing crustal uplift around the nearby geothermal power plant at Svartsengi.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Magma in the vertical dike pushed through to the surface on December 18, causing lava to shoot up to 650 feet into the air. Five vents opened up when the eruption initially occurred, with the closest around 1.7 miles from Grindavik.</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


Search and rescue authorities in Iceland are looking for a man who reportedly fell into a deep crack in Earth created after a major earthquake. The town of Grindavík witnessed a major earthquake on November 10, leading authorities to issue an evacuation notice.

Search and rescue authorities in Iceland are looking for a man who reportedly fell into a deep crack in Earth created after a major earthquake. The town of Grindavík witnessed a major earthquake on November 10, leading authorities to issue an evacuation notice. According to the authorities, the missing man is a member of the roadwork crew and was assigned the task of filling the crevasse. A spokesperson of the rescue team told local media that a man was reported missing on Wednesday (Jan 10) and a search effort has been launched, but none of the man’s coworkers witnessed him fall into the crevasse. Watch: Scientists create 'identical twin' universe × Notably, the tools of the missing man have already been recovered from the site where he is believed to have fallen. A crane had also been deployed and dog squads had been called in to aid the rescue efforts. A team of more than 200 people is said to be involved in the rescue mission. "We came to search until we find him," Úlfar Lúðvíksson, the region's police chief, told the Icelandic newspaper Morgunbladid. According to the police, it was not clear how deep the crack was. Lúðvíksson said precautions were being taken to prevent another such incident near the crevasse. Also read: British Airways pilot kidnapped, tortured during stopover, leaving flight hanging "There are two men who go down in a basket at a time and stay down for about 10 minutes. Then they come up and the other two take over," Lúðvíksson explained why the rescue efforts were taking so much time. The town is located near the path of an approximately 9.3-mile-long vertical intrusion of magma in the Earth's crust, that is thought to be fed by a horizontal intrusion causing crustal uplift around the nearby geothermal power plant at Svartsengi. Magma in the vertical dike pushed through to the surface on December 18, causing lava to shoot up to 650 feet into the air. Five vents opened up when the eruption initially occurred, with the closest around 1.7 miles from Grindavik. (With inputs from agencies)

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Residents visit evacuated Icelandic town for first time since volcanic eruption

Iceland volcano erupts near town after weeks of quake activity

<p>The volcanic eruption on Iceland's Reykjanes Peninsula, which occurred on Monday (Dec 18), may signal the commencement of a prolonged period of volcanic activity spanning over a century, media reports said quoting an American volcanologist, Ben Edwards.</p>

<p>Professor Edwards, an expert in geosciences at Pennsylvania's Dickinson College, shared insights with Newsweek media outlet, stating that this volcanic event "seems to be consistent with the start of a new set of 'fires' on the peninsula that could last intermittently for 100-plus years."</p>

<p>The eruption triggered a pollution warning for Reykjavik, Iceland's capital, following the release of lava fountains reaching heights of up to 650 feet.</p>

<p>Professor Edwards said that this doesn't imply continuous eruptions but suggested they might occur every few years on average. "This is the edge of two tectonic plates, and so that is what is expected to happen here," he said while highlighting the unique opportunity provided by modern technology to monitor and better comprehend the geological processes of plate tectonic spreading in this region.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2>Tourists cautioned</h2>

<p>Icelandic police are warning tourists to exercise extreme caution and reconsider before approaching the site of the&nbsp;recent volcanic eruption near the town of Grindavík. This came as police had to rescue an exhausted hiker by helicopter on Tuesday (Dec 19). They urged people to "think four times" before attempting the trek, citing the difficulty of the journey and the potential dangers it poses to hikers.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Haraldur Sigurdsson, an emeritus professor of geophysics at the University of Rhode Island, stated, "We know that this is not the end of activity on the Reykjanes Peninsula."</p>

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<p>The eruption follows a month and a half of heightened seismic activity, attributed to magma moving into the Earth's crust.</p>

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<p>Iceland, reliant on geothermal power, faces a dual challenge as volcanic activity contributes to infrastructure development but also poses risks. Professor Edwards acknowledged the importance of preventive measures such as earth walls and diversions.</p>

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The volcanic eruption on Iceland's Reykjanes Peninsula, which occurred on Monday (Dec 18), may signal the commencement of a prolonged period of volcanic activity spanning over a century, media reports said quoting an American volcanologist, Ben Edwards.

The volcanic eruption on Iceland's Reykjanes Peninsula, which occurred on Monday (Dec 18), may signal the commencement of a prolonged period of volcanic activity spanning over a century, media reports said quoting an American volcanologist, Ben Edwards. Professor Edwards, an expert in geosciences at Pennsylvania's Dickinson College, shared insights with Newsweek media outlet, stating that this volcanic event "seems to be consistent with the start of a new set of 'fires' on the peninsula that could last intermittently for 100-plus years." The eruption triggered a pollution warning for Reykjavik, Iceland's capital, following the release of lava fountains reaching heights of up to 650 feet. Professor Edwards said that this doesn't imply continuous eruptions but suggested they might occur every few years on average. "This is the edge of two tectonic plates, and so that is what is expected to happen here," he said while highlighting the unique opportunity provided by modern technology to monitor and better comprehend the geological processes of plate tectonic spreading in this region. Also Read | I feel 'abandoned', says ex-US marine in Russian prison Tourists cautioned Icelandic police are warning tourists to exercise extreme caution and reconsider before approaching the site of the recent volcanic eruption near the town of Grindavík. This came as police had to rescue an exhausted hiker by helicopter on Tuesday (Dec 19). They urged people to "think four times" before attempting the trek, citing the difficulty of the journey and the potential dangers it poses to hikers. Meanwhile, Haraldur Sigurdsson, an emeritus professor of geophysics at the University of Rhode Island, stated, "We know that this is not the end of activity on the Reykjanes Peninsula." Also Read | Florida: 10-year-old accidentally shoots younger sister in face The eruption follows a month and a half of heightened seismic activity, attributed to magma moving into the Earth's crust. Watch | Israel-Hamas: Hamas Chief Cairo talks ended without results | Global News | WION × Iceland, reliant on geothermal power, faces a dual challenge as volcanic activity contributes to infrastructure development but also poses risks. Professor Edwards acknowledged the importance of preventive measures such as earth walls and diversions. (With inputs from agencies)

Iceland volcano eruption could trigger new set of 'fires' that might last for over a 100 years: Report

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A volcano erupted late on Monday (December 18) in southwest Iceland, spewing lava and smoke across a wide area after weeks of intense earthquake activity, the country's Meteorological Office said, threatening a nearby town.

Iceland Volcano erupts after weeks of quake activity

<p>A pollution warning has been issued for Iceland’s capital Reykjavik after a volcanic eruption in Reykjanes peninsula late Monday (Dec 18), said the country’s meteorological office. Meanwhile, the lava spewing from the volcano appeared to be flowing away from the only nearby town and the intensity of the eruption dropped over the past day or so.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Last month, nearly 4,000 people from the Icelandic fishing town of Grindavik, which is around 40 kilometres away from the capital city of Reykjavik, were evacuated due to the threat of the volcano.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, since the lava is reportedly flowing away from the town there is hope that homes would be safe even though seismic activity could last months, said the officials, on Tuesday (Dec 19).&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Pollution warning in Reykjavik</strong></h2>

<p>The volcanic eruption in southwest Iceland which the government said “does not present a threat to life” took place around 10:17 pm (local time) after weeks of intense earthquakes and tremors.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>The eruption has prompted the Icelandic Met Office to issue a gas pollution warning for the country’s capital city by Tuesday evening or Wednesday morning. The smell of ash and smoke, BBC citing residents said, is being picked up as far as 30 kilometres from the eruption site.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The eruption late on Monday spewed lava and smoke more than 100 metres into the air after weeks of intense seismic activity. While the eruption continues to weaken, the volcanic plume reportedly appeared to move from the west and northwest on Tuesday.</p>

<p>The Icelandic government, in a statement, also dismissed international travel concerns due to the smoke and ash and said, “There are no disruptions to flights to and from Iceland and international flight corridors remain open.”&nbsp;</p>

<p>The eruption opened a four-kilometre fissure but even at its southernmost point, the crack was still around three kilometres away from Grindavik, said the Icelandic Met Office.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>“Everything happened so fast,” Kristin Maria Birgisdottir, 43, a Grindavik resident who has been evacuated since November 10 told Reuters.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“I had already put my kids to sleep, and I was already in bed when I saw someone posted that it had erupted. I took a screenshot, and thought to myself that it was a bad joke.”&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Christmas celebrations away from home</strong></h2>

<p>Since the eruption took place yesterday, it has quashed the hopes of the residents of Grindavik who were hoping to celebrate Christmas at their homes which they were evacuated from last month.</p>

<p>“Unfortunately, the hope that had ignited in the hearts of many about the possibility of celebrating Christmas at home in Grindavik was extinguished when the eruption began yesterday,” said Mayor of Grindavik Fannar Jonasson, in a statement.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>While the lava is not flowing towards Grindavik, media reports citing geologists and volcanologists have said there is no telling when the eruption will end.&nbsp;</p>

<p>“It could potentially go on for several months. It could also just stop later today or tomorrow,” said Halldor Geirson, an associate professor at the Institute of Earth Sciences at the University of Iceland, as quoted by Reuters.&nbsp;</p>

<p><em>(With inputs from agencies)</em></p>


A pollution warning has been issued for Iceland’s capital Reykjavik after a volcanic eruption in Reykjanes peninsula late Monday (Dec 18), said the country’s meteorological office.

A pollution warning has been issued for Iceland’s capital Reykjavik after a volcanic eruption in Reykjanes peninsula late Monday (Dec 18), said the country’s meteorological office. Meanwhile, the lava spewing from the volcano appeared to be flowing away from the only nearby town and the intensity of the eruption dropped over the past day or so. Last month, nearly 4,000 people from the Icelandic fishing town of Grindavik, which is around 40 kilometres away from the capital city of Reykjavik, were evacuated due to the threat of the volcano. However, since the lava is reportedly flowing away from the town there is hope that homes would be safe even though seismic activity could last months, said the officials, on Tuesday (Dec 19). Pollution warning in Reykjavik The volcanic eruption in southwest Iceland which the government said “does not present a threat to life” took place around 10:17 pm (local time) after weeks of intense earthquakes and tremors. ALSO READ | Iceland volcano is ejecting enough lava to fill olympic swimming pool in 20 seconds The eruption has prompted the Icelandic Met Office to issue a gas pollution warning for the country’s capital city by Tuesday evening or Wednesday morning. The smell of ash and smoke, BBC citing residents said, is being picked up as far as 30 kilometres from the eruption site. The eruption late on Monday spewed lava and smoke more than 100 metres into the air after weeks of intense seismic activity. While the eruption continues to weaken, the volcanic plume reportedly appeared to move from the west and northwest on Tuesday. The Icelandic government, in a statement, also dismissed international travel concerns due to the smoke and ash and said, “There are no disruptions to flights to and from Iceland and international flight corridors remain open.” The eruption opened a four-kilometre fissure but even at its southernmost point, the crack was still around three kilometres away from Grindavik, said the Icelandic Met Office. ALSO READ | Thrill-seekers ignore danger warnings to capture volcano eruption in Iceland. Here’s what happens next “Everything happened so fast,” Kristin Maria Birgisdottir, 43, a Grindavik resident who has been evacuated since November 10 told Reuters. “I had already put my kids to sleep, and I was already in bed when I saw someone posted that it had erupted. I took a screenshot, and thought to myself that it was a bad joke.” Christmas celebrations away from home Since the eruption took place yesterday, it has quashed the hopes of the residents of Grindavik who were hoping to celebrate Christmas at their homes which they were evacuated from last month. “Unfortunately, the hope that had ignited in the hearts of many about the possibility of celebrating Christmas at home in Grindavik was extinguished when the eruption began yesterday,” said Mayor of Grindavik Fannar Jonasson, in a statement. ALSO READ | Dramatic images of a volcanic eruption in Iceland emerge, as lava escapes fishing town of Grindavik While the lava is not flowing towards Grindavik, media reports citing geologists and volcanologists have said there is no telling when the eruption will end. “It could potentially go on for several months. It could also just stop later today or tomorrow,” said Halldor Geirson, an associate professor at the Institute of Earth Sciences at the University of Iceland, as quoted by Reuters. (With inputs from agencies)

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