Iceland Declares State of Emergency over Volcanic Eruption Threat

The Icelandic Department of Emergency Management has announced a state of emergency for the Reykjanes Peninsula and initiated the evacuation of Grindavik residents due to heightened seismic activity and the looming threat of a volcanic eruption.

Starting from late October, the Reykjanes Peninsula, home to the renowned Blue Lagoon geothermal spa, has experienced a series of earthquakes, with recent significant tremors occurring on Wednesday.

The Icelandic Meteorological Office has warned of magma accumulating beneath the town, potentially reaching the surface.

The Department of Civil Protection and Emergency Management has issued a distress phase declaration, mandating the evacuation of all Grindavik residents, although the move is primarily precautionary, as there is currently no immediate danger.