VONA message

Reykjanes

Time: 18. Dec 2023, 23:05 GMT

Color code:  Red 

Volcano id: 371020

Activity summary:
The eruption which commenced at 22.17 UTC nearby Sundhnúkagigar is originating from a fissure located roughly at 63.886N, 22.386W. The precise location will be confirmed as soon as the helicopter will survey the area. Vigorous lava fountains are clearly visible from cameras and the radar images indicate the presence of ash to an altitude of 2 km asl.

Cloud height:
2 km asl

Other cloud information:
The plume is observable from cameras and radar.

Remarks:
https://icelandicvolcanos.is/?volcano=REY More information on background activity, eruptive scenarios and volcanic hazards is available at icelandicvolcanoes.is/?volcano=REY.