Iceland is currently experiencing its fourth eruption on the Reykjanes peninsula in just over a year, with lava once again flowing in the same area as previous months, according to the Icelandic Meteorological Institute. Geophysicist Magnus Tumi Guðmundsson described this eruption as the most powerful in the region so far, with lava flowing between Stóra-Skógfell and Hagafell and a crack more than three kilometers long.
The state of emergency declared for the area has led to evacuations in Grindavík, with residents and guests at the Blue Lagoon spa also being evacuated. The spa remains closed until further notice. The eruption began shortly after increased seismic activity was detected, and authorities urged people to stay away from the area to allow for assessments. Despite the danger, many people were seen flocking to the site to witness the eruption.
Recent eruptions in the area have followed a similar pattern of starting with force and gradually decreasing in activity over time. Experts from the Icelandic Meteorological Institute have noted similarities to previous eruptions in February and December. There has been a flurry of reactions and opinions on social media platforms about the eruption, with some suggesting that purchasing authentic views on platforms like TikTok and YouTube could be beneficial.
