The Latest Breaking News from Iceland

Iceland braces for volcanic eruption as earthquakes prompt mass evacuations

Some 900 earthquakes have been recorded in southern Iceland this Monday, adding to tens of thousands of tremors that have rattled the region in recent weeks as the country braces for what could become a significant volcanic eruption.

Radio France Internationale · Nov 13, 2023

Iceland braces for volcanic eruption as prime minister reassures residents

Reykjanes peninsula continues to be hit by hundreds of earthquakes

The Guardian - UK · Nov 13, 2023

A volcano in southwestern Iceland is expected to erupt in the next few days

Hundreds of small earthquakes have been rattling the Reykjanes Peninsula in southwestern Iceland as meteorologists anticipate a volcanic eruption and residents evacuate.

WEKU · Nov 13, 2023

Iceland earthquakes: What are your rights if you are on holiday or are planning to go?

Unless the Foreign Office warns against travel, the assumption is that trips will go ahead as normal

The Independent UK · Nov 13, 2023

Mapped: Iceland earthquake locations revealed as volcano eruption alert issued

Series of earthquakes have hit tourist hotspots prompting the closure of Blue Lagoon geothermic baths

The Independent UK · Nov 13, 2023

Grindavik couple fear losing their home after evacuating: ‘It’s a pretty grim situation’

Grindavik in Iceland has been evacuated after recent seismic activity in the area moved south towards the town

The Independent UK · Nov 13, 2023

‘This could be last time we see our home’ – couple evacuate after earthquake

Grindavik in Iceland has been evacuated after recent seismic activity in the area moved south towards the town.

The Independent UK · Nov 12, 2023

Iceland earthquake: Town of Grindavik could be obliterated if volcanic eruption strikes

Iceland braces for an imminent volcanic eruption after more than 2,000 earthquakes

The Independent UK · Nov 12, 2023

Iceland volcano: Thousands flee homes following eruption concerns

Around 3,000 people have been evacuated from their homes amid growing fears of a major volcanic eruption in Iceland.

Evening Standard · Nov 12, 2023

Iceland earthquakes: What are your rights if you are on holiday or are planning to go?

Unless the Foreign Office warns against travel, the assumption is that trips will go ahead as normal

The Independent UK · Nov 12, 2023