Blue Lagoon in Iceland has closed again as Reykjanes experienced its fifth eruption. The eruption began at approximately 12:46 p.m. local time on Wednesday, which prompted a fairly intense flow of lava surrounding Hagafell. A statement said:
Over the past months, we have been reminded of the powers of nature and how they inevitably influence us all. During this time of seismic activity, we have had to temporarily close our operations but have remained in close contact with Icelandic authorities and acted in accordance with set precautions and measures in the area.
Due to a volcanic eruption that commenced in Sundhnúksgígar on May 29, we took the precautionary measure of evacuating and temporarily closing all our operational units. We have made the decision to extend the closure until May 31, at which time the situation will be reassessed.
All guests with bookings during this temporary closure will be contacted. Guests wishing to modify or cancel their bookings are kindly directed to use My Booking.
We always prioritise the safety of our guests and staff and are continuously improving our processes to make your visit more enjoyable. We will continue to closely follow the guidelines and recommendations of the authorities, working collaboratively with them to monitor the progression of events. This commitment aligns with our unwavering dedication to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of our valued guests and staff.
For more details and the latest updates on the situation, please visit the Icelandic Meteorological Office, The National Civil Protection Agency, Air Quality in Iceland, or SafeTravel.
