Considerable coastal erosion has occurred at Reynisfjara in recent days. A large embankment collapsed from the slopes of Reynisfjall, right down to the warning signs by the beach. Read more: https://www.ruv.is/english/2026-02-10-reynisfjara-coastal-erosion-greater-than-ever-before-seen-466586

An earthquake swarm near Eldey on the Reykjanes Ridge increased again around 3am, after activity had subsided somewhat around midnight. Several earthquakes of magnitude two to three were measured as the night progressed and were followed by smaller aftershocks. There are no signs of volcanic unrest according to Ingibjörg Andrea Bergþórsdóttir, natural hazards specialist at Veðurstofa Íslands (Icelandic Meteorological Office), who says everything indicates that this is conventional seismic activity at a plate boundary. Read more on: https://www.ruv.is/english/2026-02-09-400-earthquakes-around-eldey-since-yesterday-466503

Tomorrow, Tuesday February 10, between 13:00 and 16:00, traffic delays can be expected on Ring Road (1) between Selfoss and Hella due to load testing on the bridge over the Þjórsá River. The bridge will be closed four times, for 10–15 minutes at a time, while testing is carried out in preparation for planned heavy transports for Landsvirkjun to Vaðölda.

Aurora forecast for Thursday evening is 7 from scale 9. More information about cloud covering: www.vedur.is

Laugarás is a special place in south Iceland, known for its warm waters, bubbling geothermal activity. Laugaras lagoon is located on the Golden Circle road, so it is the perfect place where to finish your day, relaxing in the warm waters.

Air quality is bad in many places in Iceland today and tomorrow, especially in the capital area, South- and West-Iceland. People are advised to avoid outdoor exertion. More info: www.safetravel.is