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An eruption has started on Sundhnúksgígaröð crater row - 16.7.2025

Updated at 17:30

The hazard assessment map has been updated. The eruptive fissure at Sundhnúksgígaröð has lengthened while lava flow has decreased. Seismic activity and tremor have declined, but gas pollution and wildfires remain ongoing.

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Continued Uplift in Svartsengi - 15.7.2025

Update July 15

Uplift and earthquake activity are ongoing in the Svartsengi area, with stable activity levels in recent weeks.

No substantial changes have been detected in measurements that would prompt a reassessment of the hazard level. However, continued magma accumulation could increase the likelihood of a magma intrusion or volcanic eruption in the coming autumn.



 


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A jökulhlaup from Mýrdalsjökull into the rivers Leirá Syðri and Skálm - 11.7.2025

The flood is subsiding, and water level and conductivity are now approaching normal values in Skálm.

The flood reached its peak the night before last. IMO´s specialists continue to observe the area

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