Learn about the evacuation of Blue Lagoon due to seismic activity in Iceland. Discover safety measures and impact on tourism.
The renowned Blue Lagoon tourist destination in southwest Iceland has been evacuated following a surge in seismic activity around nearby volcanic craters.
According to the Icelandic broadcaster RUV, the tremors were detected in the town of Grindavik at approximately 06:30 local time.
Authorities decided to evacuate the Blue Lagoon as a precautionary measure, fearing that the seismic activity could potentially trigger a volcanic eruption.
The Icelandic Meteorological Office reported in a statement that more than 200 earthquakes have been detected in the area since the onset of this heightened seismic activity.
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