Volcanic eruption in Reykjanes Peninsula continues to pose risks, ground uplift continues, Iceland

Volcanic eruption in Reykjanes Peninsula continues to pose risks, ground uplift continues, Iceland

The ongoing volcanic eruption on Iceland’s Reykjanes Peninsula, which began at 20:23 UTC on March 16, 2024, continues to impact the area with significant ground uplift and persistent hazards from volcanic gas emissions. The eruption, centered at the Sundhnúkur crater row, shows no signs of abating, with an expanding lava field now covering 6.15 km² (23.5 mi2).