Volcanic Chaos in Iceland: Eruption Threatens the Iconic Blue Lagoon!

Iceland’s Reykjanes Peninsula has once again burst into volcanic activity, marking the tenth eruption in less than a year. The latest eruption began on 20 November 2024, at 23:14 local time between Stóra-Skógfell and Sýlingarfell, northeast of Grindavík town.

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• Initially, the fissure stretched approximately 3.9 km, later extending to about 7 km.
• By 04:30 on 21 November, lava had crossed the Grindavík road.

• At 08:00, it reached the Njarðvík Line hot water pipeline.
• Approximately 50 homes in Grindavík were evacuated.

Iceland’s Blue Lagoon Under Threat!

The iconic geothermal spa, a favorite among tourists worldwide, faces a dire situation. The volcanic eruption has intensified rapidly. Lava has already consumed the entire Blue Lagoon car park and continues its relentless advance.

The popular resort was swiftly evacuated as the lava drew closer, and now the facility itself faces imminent danger. Stay tuned for updates as we closely monitor this developing situation.