Important Lava Barriers Will Decide The Future of Grindavik In The Next Days

The last 24 hrs. have been extremely hectic since the lava barriers were about to bust last night due to a lava pond that suddenly took off but today a certain balance was achieved which we hope it to last until the eruption stops. It is however too early to say, overall we are just at this very sensitive point in time that might determine the outcome for Grindavik.
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[@loucatozzi7656]

The visual of the lava right up against the wooden fence is just crazy!

[@Impassion]

Whoever built that fence is damn good at their job! 😄

[@opalishmoth8591]

That fence legitimately gives me hope Because it proves there is a stage of a flow where it still can creep forward. But the heat is well insulated. And the forward push is weak enough it can’t even push over a humble picket fence, and instead follows the fence line. Granted that clearly happened as the flow stopped, but it still proves an important point. A regular garden fence can act as an effective barrier against slow moving flow front. Which sounds freaking ridiculous and dumb but we can see evidence it undeniably happened. And based on everything I’ve seen with the ingenuity, dedication abs bravery of Icelanders, I know they can use that fact to their advantage.

[@1nm1]

@@opalishmoth8591 I think the primary reason the fence "worked" is because the lava vent stopped pretty fast, so by the time the lava reached the fence line it didn't have the weight/pressure of additional (liquid) lava pushing the cooled down lava forward through the fence. Conversely, that is also what makes the current situation so alarming. The town's barriers were ONLY made to stop a SHORT-term lava flow like the previous eruptions, rather than a continuous flow that occurred repeatedly during the "tourist" eruptions to the NW in previous years. Obviously, with the 3+ months they have had those city barriers could (should) be a lot more robust by now, but as to the reasons why that wasn't done, this isn't the time or place for that discussion.

[@theotherandrew5540]

Special non combustible Icelandic wood!

[@opalishmoth8591]

@@1nm1 yea, it was absolutely very very specific set of conditions that allowed that to happen

[@palyba1]

On your channel, there is a tab called 'Community' where you can leave your viewers a message and/or photo. I am glad that you are feeling better but I think you need more rest. Please take care of yourself. Thank you for the update. You are the best.

[@AllTheHappySquirrels]

I came here to make this suggestion, too. I'm not sure how many followers also use other platforms frequently enough to look for updates there, but I know I check channels' Community tabs often.

[@SweetOne.]

Yes a quick little wave to us on the Community Tab just to let us know he is safe is all we need.

[@margaretmcnarry4298]

I too came here to make the same suggestion! A quick note or some photos are quickly and easily posted. I am glad to hear you are feeling better but please don’t push yourself too hard yet - we don’t want you to relapse! Please take care of yourself, we will wait for you. Best regards from Canada 🇨🇦

[@rodparker7436]

You sound burnt out my friend. The images you share are exceptional. But I know you for your excitement and the smile I can hear in your voice. Trying times I’m sure. Charge your personal batteries. Upload when you can, I don’t watch the others.

[@BuntUndStereo]

Same. The first place I'm usually looking for updates is if there is a pinned comment on the most recent video or a message in the community tab. The community allows sharing images which is nice. Its not the greatest platform for images as I can't seem to properly zoom or enlarge them on mobile. But its better than having to check a different social media platform altogether. I personnally don't use FB and IG only very rarely. Also, Twitter/X is dead to me since Elon happened.

[@aprilpotter3054]

Thank you, Gylfi, take some time for yourself. You don't want to get sick again.

[@JewelryByGG]

Yes..please feel better❤ Love your voice...God Bless you❤️

[@traceyanne777]

Over the last 2 years I have been so intrigued and captivated by Iceland. It's now like a second home. So thank you for your updates and your amazing videos.

[@dirk-hennerlankenau4899]

Flickr is a great platform - many scientists use it because of an ideal album - collection structure! I would love to see your work on Flickr! - Cheers, and thanks for your work! - Greetings from Germany! Dirk

[@pamcoles2530]

Oh those truck drivers are doing an amazing job clearing the lava! Thankyou for the update, please take care of your health

[@yif365]

Clearing or covering ?

[@DB-pm2vy]

I thought it was blocking rather than clearing. That’s why they were using the gravel from the quarry I gather there’s another quarry they can use

[@StarfireReborn]

​@@DB-pm2vy On The Road Genius. They're Clearing Lava From The Road.

[@melodyszadkowski5256]

PLEASE take the time you need! You are very important to so many of us outside Iceland, and not just for your videos! Take care.

[@mjustjeanette7026]

I am loving your citizen journalism about the on-going issues of iceland. I admit to checking your channel first because I get the trifecta of good information, beautiful videography, and a calm measured approach. Thank you, Gylfi, very much.

[@christiroseify]

I don't know anything about building up a platform and a channel but I'm pretty sure your followers will continue following with anticipation and prayers for Iceland... Thank you for giving the effort to bringing us information and emotional understanding of what is happening there... God be with you all...

[@HeidaBjorkSaevarsdottir17]

Thank you for your prayers!

[@nolasmith7687]

Totally agree.love and best wishes from Australia 💕🇦🇺

[@sciangear4782]

Thank you Gylfi, you are my go-to for news from Iceland. You are much-loved around the world. ❤ from 🇳🇿

[@minimaker5600]

Clear and concise information, the best out there, best wishes from US

[@OldOwl2003]

Mine too, I trust Gylfi 🙏🏻

[@The_Travelling_Jonoberries]

Gylfi- Hope you well 👍 Thank you once again for your most wonderful Drone footage, where we be with your good self, Shawn and Amanda Jo. Take care, be safe 🇮🇸🌋👍🙏

[@user-qv3ft8np5y]

Love your channel. I think this is the first time I actually became concerned for someone I only know through youtube so glad to hear your feeling better and hope everything works out for the best for you and all of the people of Iceland!

[@mayhewfisher62]

Kudos to your hard working response crews keeping you all as safe as possible. Iceland is such a beautiful place.

[@tomjensen618]

You are the best just icelandic. Hang in there and thanks for the great channel.

[@cya2163]

Maybe just post a note on you KZbin page if you go down...for whatever reason... mechanical, technical, health or family issues (it happens - that's life)...we don't need the personal details...just enough to say you're down and will be away for a time bc of course we are invested in you and your well being!!! A great update and crazy how that lava flow was teasing that fence!!! Take good care of yourself, get better soon...God bless...

[@tg4941]

Those truckers are heros and should be given recognition and Icelandic award. They have been so hardworking. I saw a vid of a digger trawling through cooling lava yesterday. My goodness not many people would do that. I hope you look after yourself. Don't do too much yet. Get well soon. X

[@williamson39]

I was very happy to find you here again. Thank you! Your blend of fact and heart (not to be confused with sensationalist melodrama) was dearly missed during your absence.

[@crazybyproxy]

Thank you for the update. Make sure you take the time to look after your health. Stay safe

[@peterinburlington]

I'm glad you are back and feeling better

[@kariknight6287]

Great to hear from you and that you are getting better.

[@cherylb6755]

Dear Just Icelandic~ I hope you keep feeling better and better. These are crazy days, and you and your perspective are very helpful and important. I’m not sure if this is what you are looking for…. Other channels I’ve seen use YT Community posts to share off-YT Web sites where they post articles, pictures, etc.; and also post Community notifications for the channel. I’ve been following you since this craziness started three years ago (!), remembering the impact to air traffic from the 2010 eruption. It is hard not to wonder and worry. It does not matter that we have never met. On this side of the Internet I am heart-broken for Grindavik’s residents and marvel at Icelanders resilience. Keeping in touch matters. Thank you for everything!

[@retgold2]

Very informative! Thank you for all your work!

[@falscherbruce5522]

Incredible that the lava did not burn the fence of the fourth house

[@ArtManda]

Rest up well where you can Gylfie, take good care :)

[@GrumpyMeow-Meow]

Stay well dear Gylfi.

[@xiaofha]

Another video so soon! Happy dance! Hope you are feeling better and regaining your strength. My family and I follow all your uploads and were talking about how we hoped you'd be able to get all the footage you wanted. Your drone shots are fantastic and your fingers are crossed for your future trips to the South. Take care. Much Aloha :D

[@annabee1984]

Hi Gylfi, what a brilliant update. I think you have the most realistic, informative and factual posts about the occurrence on Iceland. Thank you! I hope you are feeling better! 😊

[@yomogami4561]

thanks for the updates gylfi best wishes for you and the grindavikings

[@811dal54]

I have missed your voice! Your drone documentation & comments with your wonderful accent have made Iceland real. To me you are the heart & song of the land. I was fortunate in my younger years to go to school with a gal who's family came to the Midwest USA originally from Iceland. I've always been intrigued, by the geology AND the culture brave enough to make this primal dramatic geographical area a place called HOME! I will wait & watch for your work whenever you post these beautiful video's. A future visit to this Island has been on my bucket list for a long while & will remain. In the meanwhile your videos will satisfy until I can. Thank you, be well. Take care of yourself.

[@janyanasheski8821]

So glad you are beginning to feel better. Thank you for sharing your extraordinary videos with us. Looking forward to your future collaborations with Professor Shawn Willsey.

[@global_nomad.]

best wishes Gylfi, a large part of what makes you receive so much sincere empathy is your measured content, no click bait, no rhetoric or scaremongering. Rather strong analytical observation and information gathering with considered reflection on solid science. Keep yourself healthy for this long journey. (i've been doing student tutorial feedback all week so apologies if this comment sounds like that)

[@lisamac6661]

Thankyou for your comprehensive and informative summary of the current situation. I a especially appreciative of how you orient the drone shots for us not familiar with the area. I was hoping this system may resolve itself with this eruption so the locals can get back to normal, and that seems it may be the case. This eruption is continuing to be unpredictable, and will continue to pose a danger to the surrounding area.

[@pascalekarger7527]

Forgot to mention: These workers deserve a medal. Hopefully their employer will protect them from the toxic gases

[@Ann-lt5vm]

I appreciate the quality over quantity of videos. You say so much in so few words I have to watch the videos at least twice, a two for one deal. Or layered meanings, like the gravel on the lava on the road on the...

[@ChristophersMum]

I'm so glad to hear from you Gylfi...and the news that you bring...please look after yourself and rest ...work will always be there...Iceland and her volcanoes will be there... Greetings from Scotland🌋🌠

[@user-ju6ud4go6b]

Those truck drivers are really brave doing really important work saving infrastructure and helping divert the lava flow. The aerial shots of the extent of the lava are amazing. I hope maybe after this eruption it fizzles out as with the previous eruptions in those other valleys in previous years. Thanks for updating.

[@Stoomhamer]

I wish you good health

[@lindaarchinal9008]

So intense! We are all rooting for Grindivik. Take care and so appreciate your updates.

[@JustIcelandic]

Thank you! Will do!

[@Swisswavey]

I found your channel through these recent eruptions but i will stay for your personality, story telling, photography and videography. Your beautiful country needs showcasing and you're the one i want to see doing it. Take care of yourself!

[@JadedLady]

Thank you very much for the update ❤ How are you feeling? Better i hope!

[@user-nx8gk1le2m]

Continued prayers for all of Iceland

[@yesterdaystreasures797]

Thanks for your direct and informative updates. Wishing you good health.

[@magdalenamadness]

Thank you for all your efforts. I have been watching, and following these intriguing volcanic eruption’s since the first one started. Your Mabs and diagrams and pictures are so educational and understanding what’s happening in Iceland. And also such a geologic education on volcanoes and vents and lava and movements. I have been sharing them with my friends, and now they understand why it is so captivating to watch your images and listen to your descriptions. Get some rest and get healthy. Thank you for all you do.

[@deedorothypapineau6920]

It’s good to hear from you Gylfi. I watched the quarry filling up on Thursday on Isak Finnbogsan’s channel. I may have misspelled his name. He had lost his drone on Wednesday and had to borrow one from a dealer. The weather had the drones using up their batteries in minutes. It was quite spectacular to see the lava actually melt away the ridge above the quarry and finally he was given permission to go to the quarry where he didn’t have to fight the winds. You should watch his last video. I’m happy to see you are back to work again. Bye for now from Ontario Canada 👋🇨🇦👋

[@minimaker5600]

I, too, watched Isak's spectacular drone footage; he's on my short list (after you) of the ever fascinating story of your island. I just can't miss any of it!

[@CatherineWayland]

Fantastic update! I've been following your updates for months and really appreciate the work that you put into the videos. I find the graphics really useful as well, particularly when following night-time developments.

[@susanshea8415]

Blessings to you and to all the Icelandic people. Be safe, stay healthy!

[@JustIcelandic]

Welcome :)

[@quietone748]

Drive safe, Gylfi. Thank you so much for the update

[@JustIcelandic]

Thank you too!

[@karlaweh]

Hope you feel better soon! Looking forward to your upcoming videos. I appreciate you sharing your great videos, knowledge and information.

[@54lespaul3]

We always stand by waiting for an update from you. We have been following you for so long now, it is as if we know you. My family is now in the process of planning a trip to Iceland either this summer or for sure next. Thank you for all you do, we very much appreciate it! Cheers, Rick

[@lysarainbowitz4873]

I hope you recover fully - your videos are fascinating

[@sergionavarro1962]

My wife and I visited your country 2 years ago and we felt in love with it. We did visit the first eruption, and from your videos we can see how big the new ones have affected the same area and getting worst. thanks for your videos and your great info about those mother earth things. Great drone videos you make. tks again

[@loladavinci1243]

It sounds like the past several months have been very stressful and exhausting. I’m glad you’re beginning to feel better! ❤️

[@tomrichter9079]

Thanks and watching from Texas.

[@johningham4942]

You've kept us well informed about everything to do with Grindavik and the surrounding areas for the past few months JI and we all thank you for your efforts!😊

[@CubbyTech]

Love the close-up of the lava-proof fence! Thanks for the update.

[@JustIcelandic]

Thanks for watching!

[@sallyweiner4180]

Take care!

[@kathym5307]

Thank you, again, for the update!

[@patrixjude1]

Very brave truckers working in the hot lava, crazy... get better soon. I appreciate your excellent videos, drone photography and your mellifluous voice

[@robertclymer6948]

Much Love and blessings for all the good people in Grindavik. Sending prayers for your safety, from Michigan usa

[@raincoast9010]

Thank you.

[@ericfielding2540]

Make sure to get enough rest. Thanks for the update and the link to Isak’s channel. He has been working very hard to fly in difficult weather recently. His footage of the lava flows advancing across the roads the gravel quarry was excellent yesterday.

[@Raven-Creations]

Thanks Gylfi. It was very interesting seeing the drone footage from before November. It's amazing how much has changed - cracks through the town, berms all around, lava flowing into town, the quarry now completely filled and then some, and all the land around the berms completely changed. It's amazing that the south coast road survived, especially when we saw on Isak's footage how much lava was on the move when it inundated the quarry. I look forward to you having a chat with Shawn Willsey when he gets back from Europe.

[@jimstrickland5842]

Get well soon my friend from the Volcano 🌋 Island.

[@me5768]

Take care of yourself don’t overdo it another excellent video by the way

[@dolphinschild62]

Gylfi on your Profile the Community tab is where you can make us messages and post with photos or just a message.it’s like a text to us when you can’t work, film, load a video. Please honor your body. We need you to be well. Thank you for all you do. Love and blessings, Sandy in Far Northern California

[@TropicPoss]

So glad to hear you are feeling better Gylfie. We always look forward to your updates and glad you are back to give them. :)

[@sootikins]

Government really should designate you officially as Press so you can get around restrictions. Not only do you provide volcano news but also do a great job of promoting Icsland when things are calmer. Plus you have an audience of almost 100,000 and you always do beautiful work.

[@wendywilson18]

You are amazing for producing this video for all of us, Gylfi. Get better and fully recover! There will be lots more opportunities for you to report via drone/video for this eruptive event, as it looks right now. Thank you for making all the sacrifices so we can get a clearer understanding of what is happening here. All the best to you.

[@daviddarby6579]

Good to see you back again Gylfi, hope you are feeling better.

[@JustIcelandic]

Thanks😊

[@catherinehubbard1167]

Good wishes for a fast, full recovery from your illness. And for the evolution of this eruption in a direction that sends it in a safe path. Those truckers really are heroes!

[@RoxnDox]

We are just glad you're returning to good health, Gylfi. This is such a great video, with lots of the Before & After that shows the big picture so well. It has been quite a 'show' watching the progress of the lava flows, on both Shawn Wilsey's and Isak's channels. Today's tech for live-streaming is just amazing. Love the footage of the Super-Fence! The contractor or builder who put that in, should really use it for advertising...

[@meggmegg6656]

Please rest and get well!

[@ETRuT1]

Thank you, Gylfi. Wishing you good flying weather.

[@katharine1746]

Your coverage of the truckers building the lava barriers is an essential part of the story. I welcome more such details of the strenuous efforts of humans to battle the unrelenting forces of nature. I’m amazed that a lava barrier is even possible. The speedy accomplishment of this engineered response is even more amazing. Those truckers are heroes! Was such a barrier even considered possible at Heimaey eruption several years ago?

[@Wholelottalugs]

You’re doing just fine re: reporting Gylfi. As a former journalist for a small town in Pennsylvania who has stayed in Grindavík (and Akureyri, I look to you and you alone for updates about your country. Please take care of yourself . Your health is your wealth and we will use community tab if need be when you need down time.

[@JustIcelandic]

Much appreciated comment with thanks from Iceland :)

[@marylacken4016]

I love the mindset of the islandic people. Being resilient and not giving up is such a rare mindset nowadays, when many people seem to just love to be victims and whine around.

[@StarfireReborn]

That's What The News Says... That's What People Want You To Believe... But I See Lots Of People Struggling Every Day, With Food, Rent, Disease And None Of Them Are Victims, Most Of Them Won't Even Say Anything About It.

[@southerncomfortuk]

Another great video 🙏 The construction workers deserve a medal. Thanks so much for all your efforts and wishing you a speedy recovery.

[@Aco747lyte]

Take all the time you need to get fully well again, taking time with your drafts and plans to fly your drone again. Your videos have been absolutely incredible, and you deserve lots more subscribers to take you past the magic 100K. Best wishes from Wendi UK. 🌻

[@christabelallen5777]

Hi Gylfi Thankyou so much for your last 2 videos - I’ve been waiting for them as I absolutely love your channel. Sorry the flue hit you so hard and at the wrong time. Take care and I look forward to the next video

[@joannecrecco]

We are all rooting for you. Great pictures and thank you for being levelheaded about the situation. Too many people put huge titles and click bait to get subscribers. Hopefully this mess will calm down or even be over soon so you can get back home and rest. Glad you are collaborating with other Icelanders , a good example for the resilience of the Icelandic people.

[@EmInMI80]

Glad you're feeling better! I'm a worst-case-scenario thinker, so I'm relieved to hear it was just the flu and not something like a heart attack. You make great videos. Greetings from Michigan, USA.

[@kathym5307]

Hope you're feeling better soon!!

[@TheReviewQueen82]

I am still amazed that wooden fence in Grindavik held up against the lava. Someone did point out that the vent by that point was losing steam and there wasn't enough liquid lava to push the front of the flow forward. Either way, quite amazing to see the fence have not one single scorch mark on it. As some have remarked, you can use the community thing on your page if you want to put up updates and pics. It has been off and on though. They had it and then shortly after I joined in 2018, they didn't have it up only to have it return again. Hope you feel better soon

[@The-Lennina]

Thank you for these updates, and I'm glad to hear you are on the mend!

[@JustIcelandic]

Thank you!

[@ThatOpalGuy]

Props for Isak. good to see you back in the drone cockpit

[@Iz0pen]

Your work is much appreciated. Remember to take your fish oil every day!

[@bgr9133]

Thank you for the update. Best wishes to you and everyone else from Grindavik.

[@cnrspiller3549]

Last winter we visited Iceland for the first time. What a fantastic, unique country. Lovely people too. We became trapped in a snowstorm whilst driving to the Blue Lagoon and, along with about 50 other vehicles, had to be rescued by an intrepid team of snow plough drivers. They dug a route for our convoy, in the dead of night. In gale force winds, we eventually inched our way towards the lovely town of Grindavik. Once rescued, we stayed in an Airbnb by the town's sports field (soccer pitch?) The next day we eventually made our way to the Blue Lagoon for our swim. I cannot recommend a visit to the pool strongly enough (wear a woolly hat though). We have such fond memories of our trip, but especially of Grindavik. Never has a drive into a new town been so appreciated. We had a lovely warm night there and everyone was so welcoming and kind (throughout our trip). Grindavik became my family's special little town, full of such treasured memories - and now this little fishing town is world famous. That blows our minds. We wish you every success Grindavik. And thank you for giving my family, and all the others, refuge that night. It was extremely appreciated. Good luck!

[@karihamalainen9622]

Make "lava-dike(river) " towards Grindaviks Bryggan. There are enough room for narrow dike to sea throug . Twisting Throught Keilisund road. Saving buildings.

[@choosewisely616]

Thanks so much Gylfi, please take care and pace yourself. We appreciate you and your channel so much but want nothing but the best for you. ❤

[@SheplerStudios]

Your health first! I do love you coverage of these events, take care.

[@RWBHere]

Thanks Gylfi. It's good to hear that you have been focusing on your health over the past few weeks. Wishing you a continued recovery as soon as possible. The lava will still flow without you! 😉👍

[@LestWeForget-LestWeForget]

Thank you for the update. Please make sure you wrap up warm and take time to recover fully . Those amazing workers who are building new barriers and roads are absolute heroes and I hope Iceland honours them accordingly.

[@user-xo2lh9id8m]

It is fascinating to watch the unfolding news. I watch every day as there is nothing on the news channels. Judy. Cape Town, South Africa

[@pt0647]

I'm glad you are back online and feeling better. The flu is a horrible thing to have. take care. I'm enjoying your Just Icelandic channel from The Villages, Florida, USA (where the sun shines a lot!)

[@JustIcelandic]

Thank you and greetings to Florida :)

[@jeanrobinson705]

We were distraught when you were absent for so many days, then sorry for being so selfish when we realised you'd been ill! Please look after yourself - we need you!

[@JustIcelandic]

Thank you very much :)

[@saffieification]

dont over do it just because you feel better ha! was a really nasty flu too this last round i had.... take care as always Gylfie

[@SlotCarNewsOfficial]

I’m still watching all the time. You’re doing an amazing job.I’ve mentioned before I’m a photographer for a newspaper in Pennsylvania USA. I’m sending you best regards. You have my admiration completely. I’ve been following this story since November. I’m so amazed at the resilience of the Icelandic people. I hope to visit someday to see your amazing country for myself.. Stay safe, we’re with you! Dave Kennedy Director of Special Projects Williamsport Sun-Gazette

[@nancyadams9228]

We appreciate you and your perspectives on the volcanic situation! Thank you!

[@fayeelliott4782]

Your updates are the best. Not only do you capture the scientific information but talk about the human side of this experience... The people, the community, the businesses that we have all come to care about as well as you... Thank you from your friend in New Zealand.. ❤