The awakening of Iceland’s Grindavik volcanoes can last for centuries

2024-07-15 13:53:27

DISTRIBUTION – A recent study looked back on the eruptions that have been occurring for three years on the Reykjanes peninsula, in the southwest of the country.

After 800 years of sunshine, the Earth woke up in southwest Iceland, and it could last for decades. A study published in a scientific journal New land reviewed the recent volcanic activity on the Reykjanes peninsula, especially near the town of Grindavik, and predicted more eruptions in the coming years. This is very worrying because this area is home to 70% of the country’s population, the only international airport (Keflavik) and many geothermal energy facilities.

Located at the junction of the Eurasian and North American tectonic plates, Iceland has 33 active volcanic systems, and has experienced an eruption. « every 3 to 5 years » on average, according to the authors of published. But the Reykjanes peninsula has only known three seasons « volcano » – less than 100 years – more than 4000 years ago. 2021 Fagradalsfjall eruption even happened « after 781 year of heaven ».

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