Category Archives: Vestmannaeyjar island

Earthquake activity in Vestmannaeyjar island volcano (off the coast)

Posted on August 31, 2017 by Jón Frímann

For the past two days there has been a minor earthquake activity in Vestmannaeyjar island volcano. This is the first time since 2015 an earthquake activity appears in Vestmanneyjar island volcano. This earthquake activity was minor, with largest earthquake only … Continue reading →

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Increased ground heat measured in Surtsey island

Posted on July 22, 2015 by Jón Frímann

It was in the news yesterday (21-July-2015) that scientists have measured higher ground heat in Surtsey Island. The change is 10 degrees (Celsius) from measurements taken some two to three years ago. The theory is that the ground in Surtsey … Continue reading →

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