Iceland Declares State of Emergency Amid Fourth Volcanic Eruption

• 19 Mar 2024

Recently, Southern Iceland declared emergency as fourth volcanic eruption since December pours lava.

Key Points

• State of Emergency Declared: Iceland declares emergency as fourth volcanic eruption occurs on Reykjanes Peninsula.
• Ongoing Lava Flow: Powerful and fast lava flow reported, prompting evacuation of southern Iceland.
• Recurring Eruptions: Fourth eruption in three months, following previous eruptions in December, January, and February.
• Grindavik Evacuated Again: Residents evacuated as lava approaches Grindavik, previously evacuated in November due to earthquakes.
• Flight Operations Normal: Nearby Keflavik Airport unaffected, no flight disruptions reported amid volcanic activity.
• Previous Eruptions: First eruption on December 18, followed by eruptions on January 14 and February 8, 2024, with the February eruption leading to pipeline damage.