Hey there, adventure seekers! 🌍 If you've been keeping an eye on Iceland's fiery action, we've got the latest scoop for you.
For weeks, scientists anticipated a volcanic eruption in southwestern Iceland. 🌋 On Monday night, the earth didn't disappoint—it unleashed a spectacular display of molten lava! 🔥 But here's the good news: the lava flows are slowing down.
According to the Icelandic Meteorological Office, lava flows from the volcano have continued to decrease. This is great news for the nearby town that had been evacuated after weeks of restless earthquakes. 😌
Halldor Geirsson, an associate professor at the Institute of Earth Sciences at the University of Iceland, mentioned that the eruption in the Svartsengi volcanic system might wrap up over the weekend or next week. Or, the lava could keep flowing slowly for weeks or even months—kinda like what happened in 2021 with the Fagradalsfjall eruption. Time will tell! ⏳
But wait, what about flights? ✈️ Don't worry! Despite the volcano's proximity to Iceland's main Keflavik Airport, none of the recent eruptions have caused damage or disrupted flights. Even though Monday's eruption was bigger and more powerful than in recent years, experts say it's unlikely to mess with air travel. So, your Icelandic adventure plans are still a go! 🗺️
Nature sure knows how to keep us on our toes! Stay tuned for more updates, and maybe add 'volcano watching in Iceland' to your bucket list. 😉🔥
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Lava flows continue to decrease, flights not affected in Iceland
cgtn.com
