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  • Reykjanes Eruption Waning, Blue Lagoon Reopened

    Reykjanes Eruption Waning, Blue Lagoon Reopened

    The recent volcanic eruption in the Reykjanes Peninsula is slowly fizzing out, RÚV reports. Earthquake activity has decreased significantly and lava flow has slowed down. At 03:54 on the morning of July 16, the latest eruption in the Sundhnúkur crater row began.…

  • Next Eruption Expected In February, Says Geophysicist

    Next Eruption Expected In February, Says Geophysicist

    The next eruption at Sundhnúksgígar crater row near Grindavík is expected to occur at the end of January or beginning of February, says geophysicist Benedikt Ófeigsson. RÚV spoke with him  on December 19.  Scientists base their guess on the readings of ground…

  • Sundhnúkur Eruption Ongoing

    Sundhnúkur Eruption Ongoing

    The eruption that began along the Sundhnúkur crater row on the evening of November 20 is still active. The majority of volcanic activity stems from three separate craters. As previously reported, the activity has damaged nearby infrastructure, including the Blue Lagoon parking…