Eruption Near Grindavík

After weeks of warnings, a new fissure opened on the Reykjanes peninsula in southwestern Iceland near Grindavík in December 2023.
Lava Nears Iceland’s Blue Lagoon
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Lava Nears Iceland’s Blue Lagoon

A tongue of lava from the eruption flowed into the parking lot of the geothermal spa.

Published Nov 26, 2024

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Iceland Eruption Goes Another Round
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Iceland Eruption Goes Another Round

A volcanic fissure on the Reykjanes peninsula came alive again with voluminous, vigorous flows.

Published Jun 3, 2024

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Fresh Flows Spread Across Iceland
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Fresh Flows Spread Across Iceland

The latest fissure eruption on Iceland’s Reykjanes peninsula was the largest of four recent bouts of activity near the town of Grindavík.

Published Apr 3, 2024

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Another Eruption in Iceland
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Another Eruption in Iceland

For the third time since December 2023, fresh lava has flowed across parts of the Reykjanes peninsula.

Published Feb 9, 2024

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New Fissures Spill Lava in Iceland
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New Fissures Spill Lava in Iceland

The latest round of eruptions on the Reykjanes peninsula destroyed homes in the town of Grindavík.

Published Jan 19, 2024

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Iceland Erupts
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Iceland Erupts

After weeks of warnings, a new fissure has opened on the Reykjanes peninsula in southwestern Iceland.

Published Dec 19, 2023

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