bits and pieces from the northern island.
A small update for all our readers. This evening, activity at the eruption’s location seems to have increased. While the huge floods had subsided today, the Civil Protection is continuously monitoring the water level of rivers and the situation at outlet glaciers around Eyjafjallajökull. Anyhow, right now, the most relevant updates concern the situation on … Read the full article →
Many developments occurred in the last hours. There are news that the floods in the Markarfljót river are decreasing, and that no major damage was registered, for the time being, to the bridges along the Ring Road. Evacuation of the area began as early as 4 in the morning, local time. Inhabitants and workers in … Read the full article →
It seems that the first passenger flights have started leaving Iceland, after this morning’s cancellations. A guy staying at our guesthouse, who had his flight cancelled this morning, was informed that the flight will leave in a few hours. You can follow the departures and arrivals at the Keflavik airport’s website (in English). Meanwhile, new … Read the full article →