“The most recent models, calculated from GPS measurements and satellite knowledge, still suggest that the largest slippage in the magma tunnel is located north of Grindavík, near Hagafell,” he said. “If the magma manages to reach the surface, it’s most likely still in that zone. “
The office said maximum quakes are small and have a magnitude of less than 1, although a magnitude 3. 0 temblor was recorded in Hagafell this morning.
ICELAND SENDS BULLDOZER TO BUILD VOLCANIC DEFENSES
Police diverted traffic away from Grindavik on Tuesday due to concerns about a possible volcanic eruption. (Micah Garen/Getty Images)
Grindavík, a city of about 3,000 people, was evacuated for fear of an imminent eruption.
Icelandic officials reportedly sent a giant bulldozer on Thursday to dig huge trenches in hopes of diverting any potential lava flow from key structures in the Array.
The bulldozer, described as a Caterpillar D11, will be used to dig 3-mile-long trenches, according to Sky News.
ICELANDIC OFFICIALS WARN OF ‘HIGH’ POSSIBILITY OF VOLCANIC ERUPTION
An aerial view of the town of Grindavik shows a crack that has broken roads. (Icelandic Coast Guard/Reuters)
Videos and photographs have been released in recent days showing smoke billowing from the cracked roads of Grindavík.
Authorities also raised its aviation alert to orange, indicating an increased threat of volcanic eruption. Volcanic eruptions pose a serious danger to aviation, as they can release highly abrasive ash into the atmosphere, where they can cause aircraft engine failures and damage flight systems. and decrease visibility.
Steam comes out of a crack in a road near the town of Grindavik, Iceland, Monday, Nov. 13, following seismic activity. (AP/Brynjar Gunnarsson)
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A primary eruption in Iceland in 2010 caused widespread disruptions to air travel between Europe and North America, costing airlines an estimated $3 billion by canceling more than 100,000 flights.
The Associated Press contributed to this report.
Greg Norman is a reporter for Fox News Digital.