Imminent Volcanic Eruption Forces Evacuation of Icelandic Town

Grindavik residents face months-long displacement as seismic activity continues, with authorities warning of a significant likelihood of eruption.

The Icelandic town of Grindavik has been evacuated due to fears of an imminent volcanic eruption, with authorities warning it may be months before residents can return.
The Icelandic Meteorological Office has reported constant seismic activity and a significant likelihood of an eruption along a 9-mile magma tunnel, with the highest likelihood of an eruption starting north of Grindavik.
The town's 3,400 residents have been given short windows of time to gather their belongings and evacuate, with sulfur dioxide gas detected in the air and smoke seen rising from cracked roads.
Iceland's main airport, Keflavik International, has not yet experienced any disruptions or shutdowns since the seismic activity and eruption warnings began.
The Blue Lagoon geothermal resort, one of Iceland’s top tourist attractions, has been closed due to the volcano danger.