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Iceland’s Blue Lagoon closed as 1,000 earthquakes hit in 24 hours

Blue Lagoon has proactively chosen to temporarily suspend operations for one week, despite the authorities not raising the current level of uncertainty during this period of seismic activity

Iceland shut the Blue Lagoon, a popular tourist spot, Iceland’s Blue Lagoon is one of the most beautiful places in the world, the Blue Lagoon is a volcanic area that attracts a large number of tourists. The Blue Lagoon is made up of beautiful hot water pools whose charm is enhanced by their milky blue color that is a haven for swimmers. According to foreign media, it was being told that the Blue Lagoon has been closed for a week due to the continuous tremors of the earthquake. According to the Meteorological Department of Iceland, about 1,000 to 1,400 earthquakes with a magnitude of 4 and above were recorded in 24 hours.

The Meteorological Department added that the strongest quake was a magnitude 4.8 that was felt on thursday afternoon west of Objern, a mountain about a mile south of the Blue Lagoon, which has not been affected since activity began on October 25. It was being declared as the biggest earthquake

Iceland, with its population of less than 400,000, boasts over 600 natural hot springs, drawing its heat and energy from abundant geothermal sources. The closure of the Blue Lagoon underscores the impact of recent seismic events on both locals and tourists alike.