Eruption and earthquakes in Reykjanes peninsula

Eruption site north-east of Grindavík

April, 2025: There is currently no active volcanic eruption.

The Blue Lagoon is open.

 Grindavik is open but is still considered hazardous area due to earthquakes and volcanic unrest. In case of elevated threat level, evacuation sirens will be activated. Take notice where exits are to get out of town. The map here below shows the hazard area.

From P1 is possible to hike to Fagradalsfjall, the old eruption site. More detailed information about trekking in the area and overview of the latest eruptions you can find at visitreykjanes.is

Near “The bridge between continents” subsidence and sinkholes have been observed. Stay on marked pathways.

The effects are localized and have not caused any problems regarding Keflavík airport. All flights are on schedule.

More information about how the hazard levels are mapped is here.

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