Magma accumulation near Sundhnúksgígaröð on the Reykjanes Peninsula continues, increasing the likelihood of another eruption in the coming days or weeks. Meanwhile, demolition has begun on fissure-damaged buildings in Grindavík.
Increased likelihood of another eruption
Land uplift near Sundhnúksgígaröð on the Reykjanes Peninsula continues, though it has slowed slightly in recent weeks, according to a statement from the Icelandic Meteorological Office quoted by Mbl.is.
Model calculations suggest that magma accumulation is nearing the median volume needed to trigger a magma intrusion or volcanic eruption. RÚV notes that magma continues to accumulate beneath Svartsengi, nearing the volume observed just before the last eruption on November 20.
Approximately five earthquakes occur daily near Sundhnúksgígaröð, with activity now surpassing levels recorded earlier this month.
Experts conclude that, based on this data, the likelihood of another eruption in the coming days or weeks is increasing.
RÚV also reported yesterday that demolition has begun on buildings in Grindavík located on fissures. Despite the town’s reduced population, activity remains high. Approximately 150 people work at Vísir’s fish processing plant, where they processed 51 tonnes of fish on Monday.
