Iceland’s latest volcanic drama is cooling down—literally! 🌍 After a Netflix-worthy build-up of earthquakes and magma warnings, the Svartsengi volcanic system finally erupted Monday night. But don’t panic—lava flows are already slowing, and flights are still soaring smoothly. ✈️
The Eruption: Chill Vibes Only?
Scientists had been side-eyeing this region for weeks, and their predictions paid off. The Icelandic Met Office confirmed Wednesday that the lava’s intensity is dropping, sparing the nearby evacuated town. 🏘️ Halldor Geirsson, a geophysics expert, says this eruption might wrap up soon… or pull a ‘2021 Fagradalsfjall’ and linger for months. 🕰️
Why Your Travel Plans Are Safe
Good news for wanderlusters: The Reykjanes Peninsula eruptions haven’t disrupted flights, even with Keflavik Airport nearby. 🛄 Monday’s show was bigger than recent years, but experts say it’s no threat to air travel. So, book those tickets to chase Northern Lights guilt-free! 🌌
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Lava flows continue to decrease, flights not affected in Iceland
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