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Educational, interactive, volcano exhibition in Iceland. ❤️🌋
🧊🌊 Originally describing subglacial floods from Iceland's Vatnajökull, 'jökulhlaup' now refers to any sudden, large water release from glaciers. It's a fascinating blend of geology and linguistics! #Glaciology #LanguageOfScience
January 11, 2024 at 2:40 PM
🌡️Jökulhlaups are often triggered by geothermal heat or volcanic eruptions under glaciers.
🧊Vatnajökull in Iceland is especially known for these dramatic events.
January 11, 2024 at 2:40 PM
📰"A minor flood is underway at Grímsvatn, reducing pressure and increasing eruption chances," explains Magnús Tumi. Authorities remain vigilant as the situation evolves. #VolcanicActivity via mbl.is
January 11, 2024 at 11:47 AM
📈A significant 4.3 magnitude earthquake was recorded at Grímsvötn this morning, the largest since measurements began, reports the Icelandic Meteorological Office. #EarthquakeUpdate #SeismicActivity
January 11, 2024 at 11:46 AM
Prof. Magnús Tumi anticipates a volcanic eruption in the coming seasons at Grímsvötn. The exact timing remains uncertain, but geological signs are being closely observed. #VolcanoWatch
January 11, 2024 at 11:46 AM
🌊The jökulhlaup is expected to be minor, originating from Skeiðarjökull and flowing into Gígjukvísl. Though small, this event is closely monitored due to its potential implications. #jökulhlaup #iceland
January 11, 2024 at 11:45 AM
No worries! See you in Iceland ;) ❤️🌋
December 19, 2023 at 2:12 AM
We’re just slowly ripping apart no explosion here :)
The eruption is close to the town of Grindavík and the Blue Lagoon but lava currently flowing away from major infrastructure.
December 19, 2023 at 2:09 AM