Iceland Volcano Eruption Shuts Down Blue Lagoon
Blue Lagoon Iceland has temporarily closed its establishments in Svartsengi due to the volcanic eruption that began in Sundhnúkagígar on the evening of December 18, 2023. The closure will be in effect until December 27, 2023, at which point the situation will be reassessed.
During this time, Blue Lagoon Iceland will continue to monitor the situation and maintain close communication with the authorities, prioritizing safety and well-being. As scientists predicted, the eruption occurred in Sundhnúkagígar, situated within an active volcanic zone north of Grindavík and east of the Blue Lagoon.
The eruption does not pose an immediate threat to people, and it has not impacted Blue Lagoon Iceland’s infrastructure. The Icelandic Meteorological Office had been observing an increase in seismic activity in the area since October 24, identifying it as a possible precursor to a potential eruption.
As a precaution, all residents of the nearby Iceland town of Grindavik were evacuated on November 10. Additionally, the information from IMO suggests a reduction in the intensity of the volcanic eruption, potentially indicating that it is stabilizing. The situation has not had an impact on flights at Keflavík International Airport, and traffic on Reykjanesbraut is also operating as usual.
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