Exploring the recent seismic activity in southwest Iceland, this chapter discusses the concerns raised by over 20,000 earthquakes since late October. It also covers the evacuation of Glindavik, the detection of sulphur dioxide, and the possibility of an eruption based on the geological context and magma-filled dyke formation.
As Iceland braces for a volcanic eruption, Madeleine Finlay hears from volcanologist Helga Torfadottir about how the country is preparing, and why this is happening now. She also speaks to Cambridge professor of volcanology Clive Oppenheimer about how scientists predict volcanic activity, and what it feels like to stare into a smouldering volcanic crater. Help support our independent journalism at
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