Icelandic authorities are warning hikers of an increased rock fall risk on the Reykjanes Peninsula, after the volcanic eruption at Litla-Hrút triggered hundreds of earthquakes in the region. Significant seismic activity was recorded in the run up to the eruption, but the Icelandic government said fissure eruptions do not typically cause large explosions or project ash. Police warn of gas risks and possibility of new fissuresThe eruption took place between Litli-Hrútur peak and Mt. New vent could form without notice : policeActivity at the eruption site continues to decrease, but authorities warned the area is still unstable. It is therefore a fissure eruption that behaves not unlike previous eruptions in the same areas.

Source: CBC News July 11, 2023 19:37 UTC