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Jordan Times
24-07-2025
- Climate
- Jordan Times
Iceland engulfed by volcanic cloud
REYKJAVIK (AFP) - Iceland experts on Monday blamed a lack of wind for a volcanic cloud that has lingered over much of the island since an eruption last week. Two craters of a volcano on the Reykjanes peninsula spewed out the sulphur-packed cloud on Wednesday. The thick haze has left the capital Reykjavik and the southwest of the country in a pollution red alert, the highest level in Iceland's monitoring system. Hylnur Arnason of the Icelandic Energy and Environment Agency said that volcanic eruptions normally cause air pollution, mainly from the sulphur dioxide that is emitted. The gas becomes sulfate in the atmosphere, creating a volcanic fog. "It's completely misty in large parts of the country," said Arnason. "Usually in Iceland we have lots of wind, which would carry the pollution away, but right now we don't," the expert added. "Now it's kind of just sitting over the whole country." Arnason said the gas was not toxic but could be an "irritant". The environment agency has recommended that vulnerable people should remain at home and take precautions against the pollution. The wind was expected to start strengthening again late Monday.
Asharq Al-Awsat
21-07-2025
- Climate
- Asharq Al-Awsat
Iceland Engulfed by Volcanic Cloud
Iceland experts on Monday blamed a lack of wind for a volcanic cloud that has lingered over much of the island since an eruption last week. Two craters of a volcano on the Reykjanes peninsula spewed out the sulphur-packed cloud on Wednesday, AFP reported. The thick haze has left the capital Reykjavik and the southwest of the country in a pollution red alert, the highest level in Iceland's monitoring system. Hylnur Arnason of the Icelandic Energy and Environment Agency said that volcanic eruptions normally cause air pollution, mainly from the sulphur dioxide that is emitted. The gas becomes sulfate in the atmosphere, creating a volcanic fog. "It's completely misty in large parts of the country," said Arnason. "Usually in Iceland we have lots of wind, which would carry the pollution away, but right now we don't," the expert added. "Now it's kind of just sitting over the whole country." Arnason said the gas was not toxic but could be an "irritant". The environment agency has recommended that vulnerable people should remain at home and take precautions against the pollution. The wind was expected to start strengthening again late Monday.
CNA
21-07-2025
- Climate
- CNA
Iceland engulfed by volcanic pollution cloud
REYKJAVIK: A volcanic cloud has lingered over much of Iceland since last week's eruption, with experts on Monday (July 21) blaming the unusual lack of wind. Two craters on the Reykjanes peninsula began spewing sulphur-rich gas on Wednesday, creating a thick haze that has pushed the capital Reykjavik and the country's southwest into a red alert for pollution — the highest level on Iceland's scale. 'Volcanic eruptions normally cause air pollution, mainly from sulphur dioxide emissions,' said Hylnur Arnason of the Icelandic Energy and Environment Agency. 'The gas becomes sulfate in the atmosphere, creating a volcanic fog.' 'It's completely misty in large parts of the country,' he told reporters. 'Usually in Iceland we have lots of wind, which would carry the pollution away, but right now we don't. Now it's kind of just sitting over the whole country.' Arnason said the gas was not toxic but could cause irritation. The environment agency has advised vulnerable people to stay indoors and take precautions.
CTV News
21-07-2025
- CTV News
Iceland engulfed by volcanic cloud
A group of visitors gather on a hill a few kilometers away to watch the two active craters, after a volcanic eruption around 6km north of Grindavik on the Reykjanes Peninsula, in Iceland, Saturday, July 19, 2025. (AP Photo/Marco di Marco) Reykjavik, Iceland -- Iceland experts on Monday blamed a lack of wind for a volcanic cloud that has lingered over much of the island since an eruption last week. Two craters of a volcano on the Reykjanes peninsula spewed out the sulphur-packed cloud on Wednesday. The thick haze has left the capital Reykjavik and the southwest of the country in a pollution red alert, the highest level in Iceland's monitoring system. Hylnur Arnason of the Icelandic Energy and Environment Agency said that volcanic eruptions normally cause air pollution, mainly from the sulphur dioxide that is emitted. The gas becomes sulfate in the atmosphere, creating a volcanic fog. 'It's completely misty in large parts of the country,' said Arnason. 'Usually in Iceland we have lots of wind, which would carry the pollution away, but right now we don't,' the expert added. 'Now it's kind of just sitting over the whole country.' Arnason said the gas was not toxic but could be an 'irritant.' The environment agency has recommended that vulnerable people should remain at home and take precautions against the pollution. The wind was expected to start strengthening again late Monday.
Straits Times
21-07-2025
- Straits Times
Iceland engulfed by volcanic cloud
Find out what's new on ST website and app. Tourists watching smoke and lava emanating from a volcano on Iceland's Reykjanes peninsula on July 16. REYKJAVIK - Iceland experts on July 21 blamed a lack of wind for a volcanic cloud that has lingered over much of the island since an eruption last week. Two craters of a volcano on the Reykjanes peninsula spewed out the sulphur-packed cloud on July 16. The thick haze has left the capital Reykjavik and the south-west of the country in a pollution red alert, the highest level in Iceland's monitoring system. Mr Hylnur Arnason, of the Icelandic Energy and Environment Agency, said that volcanic eruptions normally cause air pollution, mainly from the sulphur dioxide that is emitted. The gas becomes sulfate in the atmosphere, creating a volcanic fog. 'It's completely misty in large parts of the country,' said Mr Arnason. 'Usually in Iceland, we have lots of wind, which would carry the pollution away, but right now we don't,' the expert added. Top stories Swipe. Select. Stay informed. Singapore Subsidies and grants for some 20,000 people miscalculated due to processing issue: MOH Asia At least 19 killed as Bangladesh air force plane crashes at college campus Singapore ST Explains: What does it mean for etomidate to be listed under the Misuse of Drugs Act? Business Why Singapore and its businesses stand to lose with US tariffs on the region Singapore NTU introduces compulsory cadaver dissection classes for medical students from 2026 World US passenger jet has close call with B-52 bomber over North Dakota Singapore Jail for man who conspired with another to bribe MOH agency employee with $18k Paris trip Singapore New research institute will grow S'pore's talent in nuclear energy, safety 'Now it's kind of just sitting over the whole country.' Mr Arnason said the gas was not toxic but could be an 'irritant'. The environment agency has recommended that vulnerable people should remain at home and take precautions against the pollution. The wind was expected to start strengthening again late on July 21. AFP
