Sites open in Reykjanes
All roads leading towards Grindavik are still closed. However, most of the natural highlights are open to visitors.
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Drone ban near Grindavík
The Icelandic Transport Authorities have issued a ban using drones over Grindavik
The town of Grindavik evacuated due to increased earthquakes
An Emergency/Distress Phase has been activated due to the increased seismic activity on the southern part of the Reykjanes peninsula
Road no. 43 Grindavíkurvegur has been closed
The road will be closed until damages have been prepared or until further notice
Earthquakes temporarily halt operation of tourism companies in the Svartsengi area
Due to the increased seismic activities and strong earthquake swarms affecting the Svartsengi area, tourism operators have ceased operation until 16th of November.
Seismic activity in the Reykjanes region
An increased earthquake activity has been measured on the Reykjanes peninsula similar to the present events before the eruption in Mt. Fagradalsfjall last year and this summer. Due to that visitors are asked to take care when hiking and driving in the region, especially in mountain areas and near slopes.