Iceland: Volcano lava threatens Greendavik again – What If It Reaches Sea

Slow but steady continues to flow the lava from it to the Reikianes peninsula in, however for several hours the speed at which lava flows has declined quite a bit, which creates an optimism for scientists. It is noted that this is the seventh explosion since 2021 and the fourth since December. According to the Icelandic Weather Bureau, flows from the extensive fault have been “slow and stable” since Sunday morning. The lava has reached the eastern limits of the city of Grintavik, already evacuated, while it is just 200 meters from the main water pipeline of the area. The distribution pipe is located near the Svartsengi power plant, a geothermal plant that provides hot water for most of the Reykjanes peninsula. What if the lava reaches the sea? The head of the Norwegian Meteorological Service department said there could be “dangerous” consequences if lava reaches the sea as it flows southward. According to the RUV, if lava, which is alkaline, comes into contact with seawater, chlorine fumes can be produced, while there is no way that “small explosions” occur when lava interacts with seawater. Indecent city of Gridavik All roads to and from Gridavik are expected to close, while the city’s approximately 4,000 residents have left their homes a month ago, after the January explosion destroyed three houses. Many think about selling the houses and just 10 to 20% states that it will return to the city. However, experts note that the new explosion is perhaps the most powerful in recent days.