#Iceland Volcano

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US Geologist and Idaho University professor Shawn Willsey, who stayed in Grindavik while studying recent Iceland eruptions, has been providing news, maps, photos, earthquake data, explainers, info from local contacts, and answering questions as he follows Iceland's volcanic activity from afar. He'd given a drone guided tour just this morning, a few hours before the eruption commenced.

This evening, about five hours after the eruption started, Shawn and Johan from NatureEye.com gave another drone livestream of the eruption (following rules set by local authorities).

Views of lava fountains with Shawn providing context and observations (good news for the moment re: initial lava flow direction):

He's not doing this in any kind of official capacity, but because it's his area of expertise and personal interest. He was already a science educator posting geology field trip videos of interesting places around Utah and Idaho, which is how I stumbled across him. But his liveblogging this fall on Iceland's geologic unrest suddenly made his channel go viral.

#iceland #iceland volcano #grindavik #volcanology #geology

[only-when-i-write]

It’s happening.

Source: mbl.is 18.12.2023 23:00

#iceland volcano #Eldgos hafið á Reykjanesskaga #and its huge #god i hope grindavik will be spared

[cloudselkie]

Webcam captures the opening moment of the eruption of the Reykjanes volcano in Iceland

The long anticipated and feared eruption of the Reykjanes volcano finally occurred today, 12/18/2024, at 10:17 PM local time. Currently, lava is NOT advancing towards the town of Grindavik due to the ground in the area of the fissure being relatively flat, but it could be driven that way due to the sheer volume of magma being erupted. More will be known about the situation in the morning once the sun is up. The Svartsengi Power Plant and the Blue Lagoon are also currently safe. Construction of a berm/dike around them was completed last week with the exception of the road that goes to both. The road was ripped up to close the two holes in the dike barrier when the eruption began. The power plant is still operating as normal without issue and is being run remotely. The Blue Lagoon now notes on its website that it is temporarily closed due to the volcanic eruption.

#iceland #iceland volcano #reykjanes volcano #volcano #Youtube

[sunflowers-n-cyanide]

I've been watching the live of the volcano erupting in Iceland. There's now a steady flow of magma leaving it. This stuff is so fascinatingly devastating.

#irb personal posts #volcanos #iceland #iceland volcano

[pabloedison]

Sundhnúkur, Iceland 2023

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[hleavesk]

iceland volcano. eruption on the Reykjanes peninsula of south-west Iceland. live image from reuters. (dec 2023)

#iceland volcano #earth movement #Youtube

[fka-aj]

Ill post better pictures once I’m home but TODAY I SAW A VOLCANIC ERUPTION!!! My lil geologist heart feels so full 🌋

#volcano #volcanic eruption #erupting volcano #eruption #iceland #iceland volcano #travel #geology

[saeteres]

Fagradalsfjall, digital painted study

#volcano #iceland volcano #art #digital art #artists on tumblr #my art #Fagradalsfjall #volcanic #another one i drew and then forgot to upload #quick study i did on the way to and from iceland in september #gutted i missed the actual eruption by barely any time! #cropped square version included for the forbidden juice

[official-fagradalsfjall]

The Lava frog smiles upon you all.

#fagradalsfjall #Iceland Volcano #Lava Frog

[only-when-i-write]

I am so worried about the current situation in Iceland and so sorry for the people of Grindavik.

I followed the last three eruption via live cam and had the time of my life. Iceland is very close to my heart and it hurt so bad having my health and other things out of my control keeping me from traveling there again. This volcano (system) and the live coverage helped me through some tough times in these last three of years, as ridiculous as this sounds. I wrote a whole book with him watching me type in 2021. He was there looking awesome and fierce in the midst of a snowed in landscape, while I wrote what later became my second published novel.

He took me and others completely by surprise in 2022 and picked me up during the most frustrating time of the year.

I spend nights with him just a couple of months ago, both of us wide awake, me because I couldn’t sleep from pain and worry due to my shitty health. I will never forget the otherworldly almost-sunsets I witnessed in July 2023.

In saddens me to scroll through the news, more so when I come across posts by people worrying about planes being cancelled bc they’d love to travel there as soon as possible and take picture the likes they saw online from prior eruptions. I wish they’d check the news before thinking about what’s to gain.

Leaving a link to one of Icelands news channels here for easy access to the developing situation in hopes that against all odds what happened so far will be a major false alarm and nobody will be in harms way: https://www.ruv.is/english/2023-11-10-magma-intrusion-under-grindavik-eruption-likely-live-396249

Also the newspaper Reykjavik Grapevine has a very informative (and fun) youtube channel: https://m.youtube.com/@TheReykjavikGrapevine

[The regular Newscast is often presented by Valur Grettisson and his dog Pollý while taking a walk through Reykjavik.]

#iceland volcano #fagradalsfjall #grindavik #Reykjavik grapevine #ruv.is #volcano #iceland #ég sakna þín

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Iceland volcano continues to erupt

A volcano in Iceland erupted on Saturday for the fourth time since December, but infrastructure and a nearby fishing town were safe for the moment, authorities reported.

The eruption marked the seventh on the Reykjanes peninsula near Iceland’s capital Reykjavik since 2021. Artificial barriers have successfully diverted lava away from infrastructure including the Svartsengi geothermal power plant and Grindavik, a fishing town of about 4,000 residents. Local utility HS Orka stated:

The defences at Grindavik proved their value … they have guided the lava flow in the intended direction.

Magma has been accumulating underground since the last eruption in February, prompting authorities to warn of an imminent outburst. The warning time late Saturday night was just 15 minutes before fountains of molten rock began surging from a fissure 3 kilometres (1.9 miles) long.

Read more HERE

#world news #world politics #news #iceland #iceland volcano #iceland eruption #reykjanes

[sarahjaneclark1983]

Witnessing Nature's Fury: Iceland Volcano Spews Lava in Eruption

Iceland, a land of stunning landscapes and geological wonders, has once again captured the world's attention with a spectacular display of nature's power. In recent days, a volcano in the Reykjanes Peninsula has erupted, sending plumes of ash and rivers of molten lava into the air. This event, while not unexpected in a country known for its volcanic activity, has mesmerized onlookers and sparked discussions about the dynamic forces shaping our planet. In this blog post, we delve into the eruption, its causes, and its significance.

On a chilly morning in Iceland, residents and visitors awoke to the rumblings of Fagradalsfjall, a volcano located approximately 30 kilometers southwest of the capital, Reykjavik. This awakening marked the first eruption in the area in over 800 years, igniting excitement and awe among those fortunate enough to witness it firsthand. The eruption initially began with a fissure opening on the volcano's slopes, unleashing a cascade of fiery lava that flowed gracefully down the mountainside.

As the eruption progressed, lava fountains illuminated the night sky, casting an otherworldly glow over the surrounding landscape. The lava, a molten testament to the Earth's inner turmoil, flowed steadily, carving new channels and reshaping the terrain with each passing hour. Spectators gathered from near and far, cameras in hand, to capture the spectacle and bear witness to the raw power of nature in motion.

The eruption of Fagradalsfjall, like many volcanic events, is rooted in the complex geological processes that shape the planet's surface. Iceland sits atop the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, a boundary where the Eurasian and North American tectonic plates meet and diverge. This geological hotspot is responsible for Iceland's volcanic activity, as magma from the Earth's mantle rises to the surface, creating new landmasses and reshaping the island over millennia.

In the case of the Fagradalsfjall eruption, experts believe that a combination of factors, including magma pressure and tectonic stress, contributed to the volcano's awakening. While volcanic activity in Iceland is not uncommon, the precise timing and location of eruptions remain unpredictable, underscoring the dynamic nature of the planet we call home.

Beyond its awe-inspiring beauty, the eruption of Fagradalsfjall holds scientific significance and offers valuable insights into the inner workings of our planet. Volcanic eruptions provide scientists with opportunities to study magma dynamics, gas emissions, and the interactions between geological processes and the environment. By monitoring and analyzing volcanic activity, researchers can better understand volcanic hazards and mitigate risks to human populations living in volcanic regions.

Furthermore, the eruption serves as a reminder of Iceland's geological heritage and its unique place in the natural world. For centuries, Icelanders have coexisted with volcanic activity, harnessing its energy for geothermal power and drawing inspiration from its rugged landscapes. The eruption of Fagradalsfjall serves as a testament to the resilience of both nature and humanity, highlighting our ability to adapt and thrive in the face of adversity.

The eruption of Fagradalsfjall stands as a testament to the awe-inspiring power of nature and the dynamic forces that shape our planet. From its humble beginnings as a fissure in the earth to its fiery crescendo of lava fountains and ash plumes, the eruption captivated the world and reminded us of the fragile balance between creation and destruction. As Icelanders and visitors alike gather to witness this geological spectacle, let us marvel at the wonders of the natural world and strive to protect and preserve the beauty that surrounds us.

#iceland volcano #volcanic eruption #geologicalwonders #environmental stewardship #community resilience

[meteorologistaustenlonek]

NASA Earth Observatory: Another Eruption in Iceland

FromEarthOrbit, #PlanetEarth, #OurHomeInSpace, #TheOverviewEffect

Hot stuff! 🌋

Satellites measured the infrared heat signature of three recent volcanic eruptions in southwestern Iceland. The first two lava flows appear black, while last week’s eruption radiates heat, which appears red/orange in this #Landsat image - #NASAEarthObservatory

#Iceland Volcano #NASA Earth Observatory #SW Iceland #Volcano heat signature #Landsat Image #Reykjanes Peninsula #EarthObservatory.NASA.gov

[parttimereporter]

Destructive eruption of Iceland volcano.. shock of people who are just watching their homes get consumed..

View from above showing destruction..

#iceland volcano #volcano

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Geologist gives play by play of new volcanic fissure opening during livestream:

As usual, fascination is mixed with sadness as lava impinges on people's homes.

At least residents had plenty of time to evacuate, remove pets and possessions. But Iceland's population is so sparse that 0'8% of its citizens live in Grindavik — the equivalent in the US would be Chicago. So it's not as small as you might think.

#iceland #iceland volcano #grindavik #iceland eruption

[expressions-of-nature]

by Uldis

#volcano #eruption #iceland #lava #volcanic #landscape #nature #volcanology #travel #naturecore #curators on tumblr #uploads