Iceland Volcano Map: Is Your Home in Danger of Getting Hit By Lava?

In recent reports, the Iceland volcano showed signs of imminent risks due to potential eruptions and lava threats. People near the area should keep updated with volcano alerts or information to stay safe from lava or hazardous fumes.

In a Nature World News (NWN) report on March 18, the Iceland volcano caused the evacuation of nearby areas and the Blue Lagoon due to lava flows. Findings revealed that the eruption emerged on the Reykjanes Peninsula, near the Blue Lagoon and Grindavik, warning of increased seismic activity and fumes.

Iceland Volcano Hazardous Map

The Icelandic Met Office monitors the volcano in the region, warning of possible hazards. Residents near the area are advised to stay alert for short warnings.

In addition, the report shows that dangerous situations can occur in the area of Grindavík, exposing the potential risk of fault movements and sinkholes. Residents should watch out for poor air quality due to fumes and gas pollution. In the Svartsengi, the agency monitors the potential land inflation.

A recent Molten lava due to volcanic eruption in Reykjanes peninsula in southwestern Iceland
(Photo : by KRISTINN MAGNUSSON/AFP via Getty Images)

The hazardous map reveals areas that are vulnerable to hazards and lava within zones. In Zones 1 and 5, residents should expect potential lava flow and gas pollution. Zone 3 can experience gas pollution, fault movements, sinkholes, Tephra eruptive fissures, and lava flow.

In addition, Zone 6 can expect possible fault movements, gas pollution, lava flow, and sinkholes. In Zone 7, gas pollution is higher.

To show the interactive area at risk of lava flow, click here.

Also Read: Iceland Volcano Eruption: Evacuation of Blue Lagoon, Nearby Areas Ordered Due to Lava Flow

Volcano Eruption and Lava Preparedness: How Can Homeowners Protect Themselves?

Volcanic eruption is devasting, causing widespread impacts on communities and wildlife. Understanding eruption and lava preparedness can help keep people safe from life-threatening situations. According to reports, it is important to adhere to local announcements and officials about imminent volcanic eruptions.

The lava flow, or pyroclastic flow, is dangerous, moving rapidly to nearby areas. Time is crucial, and evacuating is the best decision to avoid being exposed to hazardous air and life-threatening lava flows.

If you are near an active volcano showing signs of lava flow or eruption, homeowners should close their doors and woodstove dampers. People should check on their family members, with pets, and always be ready to seek shelter.

For people who are outdoors, the best thing is to find a nearby safe area. When evacuating, covering heads is advisable to avoid rockfalls. It is also likely that people can suffer from irritation due to fumes and gases from volcanoes.

In addition, ashfall is common before or during eruptions. Poor air quality can threaten people's health, particularly for individuals with medical conditions, children, and older adults. Staying inside homes is advisable to avoid prolonged exposure to ashfall. Goggles and N-95 are the best protections from harmful ashfall.

For motorists, they will encounter dangerous road conditions due to poor road visibility.