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Possible Volcanic Eruption in Iceland - Earthquake Swarms
Intense seismic activity
Over 1100 Earthquakes in the last 3 days in Iceland!
There are signs that an eruption might be in the works near remote Bárðarbunga - a powerful Icelandic volcano located on Vatnajökull glacier. Two major earthquake swarms have been measured since August 16th. Seismic activity is often the precursor of an eruption.
Over 200 earthquakes were recorded on August 16th - the largest of magnitude 3 and over. This is the most intense earthquake swarm in this area for years. Measurements indicate magma movement. The IMO is following the situation closely and has alerted the Civil Protection Agency and aviation authorities.
About Bárðarbunga's history
Þjórsá Lava is the largest holocene lava flow on the earth, it originated from Bárðarbunga about 8500 years ago, with a total volume of more than 21 cubic kilometers.
