Volcanic eruption in Iceland leaves thousands left without heating and hot water

were cut off from heat and hot water after a river of lava engulfed a supply pipeline. The strength of the eruption had decreased by mid-afternoon, the Met Office said, thou - Copyright Marco Di Marco/Copyright 2024 The AP. All rights reserved.

By Euronews with AP

Published on 09/02/2024 - 13:27•Updated 15:19

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Temperatures in Iceland are currently subzero.

A volcano in southwestern Iceland erupted for the third time since December on Thursday, spewing streams of molten lava into the surrounding area.

The renowned Blue Lagoon geothermal spa was evacuated, as the eruption disrupted the heat and hot water supplies for thousands of residents.

Residents of towns across the western Reykjanes peninsula have been instructed to conserve water and electricity as supplies dwindle.

Current water reserves are expected to last only a few more hours, while the restoration of heating services to normal operation may take up to 24 hours, according to the Civil Defence.

Temperature remains at a chilly -4°C, meanwhile.

The Icelandic Meteorological Office says the eruption happened along a three-kilometre crevice northeast of Mount Sýlingarfell.

Watch the video in the player above to find out more.

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