Volcanic eruption in Reykjanes
08.02.2024
UPDATE: February 9 at 15:30 UTC
No eruptive activity was observed in a drone-flight over the eruptive site carried out at noon today (9 February) by the Special Unit of the National Police Commissioner. This suggests that the eruption is over.
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A volcanic eruption started on the morning of February 8, on the Reykjanes peninsula, near the town of Grindavík. The town had previously been evacuated and people were not in danger. This is the 3rd eruption in almost the same spot since December 18.
Key Takeaways:
- A volcanic eruption started on the morning of February 8, on the Reykjanes peninsula, near the town of Grindavík.
- Flights to and from Iceland are operating on schedule, and disruption to flight traffic is considered highly unlikely.
- This is the 3rd eruption in almost the same spot since December 18 and the 6th volcanic eruption on the Reykjanes Peninsula in almost 2 years and the other eruptions have had no impact on travel to and from Iceland.
- The eruption's effects are confined to the town and the immediate area surrounding the eruption site. All services in Iceland are operating normally
Updated news for travelers on www.visiticeland.com
Photo from last eruption in January: Þráinn Kolbeins/www.visiticeland.com