Iceland Volcano: Magma Accumulation Resumes Beneath Svartsengi

A volcanic eruption started at Sundhnúks crater row 22 August. This photo was taken one hour after the eruption started. The eruption fracture is estimated to be about 4 km long. Photo: Björn Oddsson/Civil Protection.

The lava flow front is still active

Iceland Met Office

Updated 17 September at 16:00 UTC

• The eruption site is dangerous to navigate

• Updated hazard assessment

The hazard assessment from the Iceland Meteorological Office has been updated and remains unchanged. The hazard assessment is valid until 19 September barring any developments.

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