Reykjanes volcano update: Updated hazard map

The hazard map is valid until 7 June (image: IMO)

The hazard map is valid until 7 June (image: IMO)

The IMO has updated its hazard assessment following the ongoing eruption.

Overall, it remains largely unchanged, but Zone 7 has been downgraded to a moderate risk level (yellow).

Zone 3, near the Sundhnúkur and the eruption site, continues to pose a high risk (dark blue).

Zones 4 (Grindavík) and 6 remain at a significant risk level (red), while Zones 1 and 5 are still at a notable risk level (orange).

This map remains valid until June 7.

Source: Icelandic Met Office volcano activity update 5 June 2024