Eruption and earthquakes in Reykjanes peninsula

Eruption site north-east of Grindavík

Volcanic eruption started on November 20, 2024 close to Grindavík.

The town Grindavík and the area around it are closed. Please respect commands, closures and stay away from the area while it is being assassed.

Key takeaways:

-Air traffic to and from Iceland operates normally and the country remains a safe destination.
-The eruption’s effects have been localized to the eruption site with road closures and have not been a threat to people.
-All services in Iceland are operating as usual.

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