Volcano Watch 2023: Mesmerising Rivers Of Lava

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Volcano Watch 2023: Mesmerising Rivers Of Lava

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Күн бұрын

On July 10, the third eruption in Fagradalsfjall in as many years began. In its first days, the eruption formed a fissure over a kilometre in length. It has now shrunk to approximately 200 meters. Now, scientists worry that more fissures will open along the lava pathway, as a large magma intrusion lies just beneath the cooled lava. This means that new fissures may open up, anywhere from the eruption site up to the mountain Keilir.
Due to increased levels of smoke pollution, police officials have closed the site to the public indefinitely. If conditions improve, people are warned to show extreme caution when visiting the eruption site, as conditions are treacherous. The freshly cooled lava is not made to bear the weight of people, and just underneath the newly formed crust is magma, burning at 1000 degrees Celsius.
If you get the chance to hike up to the volcano, follow Ragga‘s guidelines:
1. Prepare for the long hike. The walk up to the volcano is approximately nine kilometres, one-way.
2. Factor in Iceland‘s variable weather and dress properly. That means to layer up.
3. Bring snacks, food, and water. Lots of water.
4. Follow search and rescue teams‘ instructions and guidelines.
5. Stay clear as much as you can of the smoke and toxic gases.
Most importantly: Don't walk on the lava as it can be extremely dangerous. Search and rescue teams have stated that people falling into lava will not be evacuated, due to the danger it poses to responders.
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@davalpe Жыл бұрын

A volcano in Iceland without Polly and Valur, it's not the same

@johnzuijdveld9585 Жыл бұрын

You do need to get over that!

@paulienoostdam8021 Жыл бұрын

@@johnzuijdveld9585 No! @davalpe is right. But the lady does okay. She is nice. Her English is a little better too.

@johnzuijdveld9585 Жыл бұрын

@@paulienoostdam8021 Oh such nostalgia! Did you not see Valur's last instalment as the editor in chief 7months ago? He said there was no problem with his dismissal and that he still held the Reykjavik Grapevine in high esteem and that he had a lot of friends there. Now I know that's not what you're talking about, but many seem to think he was hard done by when it was just a 'business decision' by the NEW owners. Yes, we will all miss him and Polly, they were a different/refreshing style of reporting, but he is gone from us, he even said that he is not interested in starting anything that would be in competition with Reykjanes Grapevine and would probably go back to writing/and/or freelance journalism.

@amandareiche9083 Жыл бұрын

I manfully miss them both--the Grapevine is just a weed w/o those two!

@amandareiche9083 Жыл бұрын

@@johnzuijdveld9585 Nope--never will.

@laskatz3626 Жыл бұрын

I agree with the others…I miss Valur and Polly. I learned a lot about Iceland watching them.

@vronw5782 Жыл бұрын

Oh noo missing Pollie the moral officer and Valur. Pollie would love that walk or run 😊

@savoieb Жыл бұрын

Where’s Valur and Polly?

@AudriannaB-World-Peace Жыл бұрын

Bring Valur Grettison and Polly back!

@sixthsenseamelia4695 Жыл бұрын

🌋🧡 KiaOra. Thank you Reykjavik Grapevine. Excellent information in the description, much appreciated.

@peternewton6044 Жыл бұрын

Come back Valur and polly

@astridstijfs6341 Жыл бұрын

Valur! Polly! 😢 that chemistry they brought is hard to find, and it seldom gets the appreciation it deserves. Does anybody know what the old team is doing and if I can follow them?

@claudiavonkroge3604 Жыл бұрын

That was a nice video, these drone images are incredible, so beautiful! Thank you! But I have to say again, I miss Valur and Polly very much and I really want to know what he is doing. Thanks!

@mothmanifest Жыл бұрын

The shift in this channel is very noticeable and not in a good way. They need to listen to their audience. The former host/editor in chief really sugar coated his departure which says a lot. Hopefully he is in a better place with people who appreciate him.

@nicolasnicolas3889 Жыл бұрын

A lot of us miss Valur and Polly as the first eruption went on for months and they became almost daily viewing and like friends but you're doing a really good job reporting all this and it's not a comparison thing, no judgement, better or worse just we watched them for 6 months, good work though and eh, you could have a lot more volcano reporting to do in the coming years, have a fun day! ;D

@shaheenamobin4721 Жыл бұрын

Exactly ,I am missing Polly and valur

@Julia-uh4li 9 ай бұрын

Can you tell me where Valur and Polly have gone to?

@bozobarr Жыл бұрын

Honestly, I hate what's happened to this channel since the new owners or whoever did away with Val, Polly, and the other reporters.... That being said, you still have some of the most amazing videographers and drone photography, along with pure, natural sound. I'll admit it, too, your current onsite reporter is doing a pretty swell job, too.

@jamesv9221 Жыл бұрын

I’m with you, I really miss Valur, Josie Ann and Polly. The Grapevine with the all crew was like talking to friends at a coffee shop. It was very personal and warm. Now it’s boring but ai agree the reporter at the Volcano is doing a great job.

@vronw5782 Жыл бұрын

Is Art, the camera man still with the channel? His video and camera shots were amazing last eruption. 😊

@peterginsburg2465 Жыл бұрын

@@vronw5782 Art is still at the Grapevine, according to Valur, who mentioned yesterday on RUV that he and Art might head up to the volcano when they get a chance. He said, Polly would have to stay home, because of the gas. I'm not sure who is shooting video for the Lava Show. I believe Art is still taking photos, video editing, and working on the print version of the Grapevine.

@Emel-gm2js Жыл бұрын

How right you are. Well said.

@parrattdiddle Жыл бұрын

Valur was absolutely brilliant and unique in his presentation. It was what I looked forward to in the the Grapevine videos including the non volcano edition’s. I understand no one likes change and maybe there were some background politics going on ? I’m not really enjoying the new host and come here for the visuals only.

@moocowpong1 Жыл бұрын

the image of Litli Hrutur wreathed in smoke is strikingly beautiful

@aaronosheaarchery Жыл бұрын

Go Ragga! 🤘 Thank you for doing a great job.

@DavidIrthum Жыл бұрын

This is amazing 😮videos, thanks you for sharing this!

@robaire.b Жыл бұрын

Excellent report and very informative

@annisner8112 Жыл бұрын

Stunning video and tons of good information about the area and the dangers of traveling to the volcano site. Thanks you

@Seafariireland Жыл бұрын

Raka has added a lava flow of “glowing” class at last to this show, so much more professional presentation, keep up the fantastic performance and superb commentary. Raka, you’re “HOT” ❤ SkipRay, Kerry, Ireland.

@Julia-uh4li 9 ай бұрын

@@Seafariireland Are you getting kick-backs from them? Or are you her family? I want Valur and Polly to come back and make appearances!! They made the channel great imho.🫤

@mikerichards6065 Жыл бұрын

Can confirm that Hraun bars are essential when trekking to an Icelandic volcano. To be honest, they are also essential when NOT trekking to an Icelandic volcano. Keep up the good work Ragga - the drone footage is outstanding - and that light is gorgeous. I wish I could be there.

@LibbyRal Жыл бұрын

Shame on you for firing Valur Grettison.

@renater.540 Жыл бұрын

Probably not Ragga's fault. And honestly: although I miss Valur and Polly, too , I'm truly impressed by Ragga's reports. Looking forward to more of them

@DarrenNugent-md4kd Жыл бұрын

Wow the vista's of the lava field are stunning plz take care Ragga and stay safe distance away❤

@peterginsburg2465 Жыл бұрын

Ragnhildur, nice job of reporting. Thank you and your photographer. Looks like a long rough hike.

@peterwilson7532 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Ragga for another great update and warnings.

@patw3611 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely amazing... thanks for sharing.

@Gnemix101 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant reporting. You are doing a great job 👏

@GeosterTrow Жыл бұрын

Stunning sunset shot!

@phila3884 Жыл бұрын

Grapevine sets the standard for volcano video! Amazing quality. The amount ans speed of the lava flow is incredible.

@gluteusmaximus1657 Жыл бұрын

Takk fýrir Ragga. Sjáumst!

@gavster_999 Жыл бұрын

Came for the 'I miss Valur' comments. Was not disappointed. I miss Valur 😢

@evanofelipe Жыл бұрын

Some very good advice is given here for visitors in a well balanced and rational manner.

@Ravynwulf Жыл бұрын

Majestic Iceland. I love it.

@wendywilson18 Жыл бұрын

This video must have been made and posted before access to the site was closed earlier. It is really, really difficult to believe that people still walk on new lava, only very slightly chilled! Egad! But this is a great video and provides some great views and commentary by Ragga! Well done, and my thanks for all of it.

@ThatOpalGuy Жыл бұрын

considering they got REALLY close to the lava and then posted a video they are CONTRIBUTING to the stupid practices of those people. so...no sub today, and a downvote as well.

@Gvcuk Жыл бұрын

Hi can i ask what happened to Valur Gunnarsson, who used to do the videos during previous eruptions with his dog Polly, i think it was. Thank you for the updated video its good to be able to get reports direct from the eruption area. Best wishes GVC

@emilyflotilla931 Жыл бұрын

He moved on to other things. I think his video should still be here when he said goodbye. Actually, it's 7 months ago. Just showed up in my feed.

@laskatz3626 Жыл бұрын

He should start his own KZfaq channel. I’d subscribe.

@Gvcuk Жыл бұрын

Me too!

@karliw2218 Жыл бұрын

Yes, I miss Valur, Polly and his great cameraman, Art❤ we learned so much about The beautiful island of Iceland from them. 🇺🇸

@carolehenderson9185 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for excellent advice and coverage of this incredible event.

@patriciakavanaugh5300 Жыл бұрын

Very beautiful and very informative. Thank you, well done!

@clairewilson3258 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for informative and non-sensational reporting on this fascinating geologic event. I too got all drawn in two years ago, and I appreciate the wonderful video and great reporting that you are doing, Ragnhildur Ágústsdóttir.

@MichaelMinke Жыл бұрын

I miss Valur Grettisson

@samsmith2635 Жыл бұрын

I miss Saga Stories Also I appreciate Ragnhildurs practice knowledge. I can already hear her yelling at me not to touch the lava lmao.

@d.aardent9382 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your efforts reporting from as close as you can. Just breathing or getting stuff in your eyes is a risk.

@franziskabertram3286 Жыл бұрын

Art was and artist again. Thank you for your report and those mesmerising pictures.

@fluffy_mcflooferson4635 Жыл бұрын

Amazing. Thank you for keeping the rest of the world 🌋

@thepiratecats801 Жыл бұрын

The Lava show is brilliant.

@unionlanding Жыл бұрын

Excellent report

@harrybridges8258 Жыл бұрын

This is what I love about the Reykjavik Grapevine, it is the storytelling. The incredible landscape, plus the stories of the people. I know I will be impressed every time I check up with this YT Channel.

@markuserikssen Жыл бұрын

It looks stunning! Well done Ragga! Sad to hear that the area is closed now, due to people climbing on the lava fields...

@OleOlson Жыл бұрын

They shouldn't close it. Even when someone dies they shouldn't close it. Sign post things, inform people that no rescue attempts will ever be made, and have safety people greet the hikers, then let whatever happens happen. The authorities shut down all access to Hawaiian volcanoes for instance, which punishes everyone for the stupid actions of a few stupid people. That's not the way Iceland should go.

@smashICE1 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the update. Your country is so awesome and frightening ;) Wonderful sunset at the end!! Stay safe!

@NeilHoward Жыл бұрын

well done, thanks

@williamlloyd3769 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic!

@williamarmstrong7199 Жыл бұрын

I have to admit I miss poĺy

@loishanson6975 Жыл бұрын

Thank you, spectacular video and interesting information. Stay safe

@timecomments Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the information you provided and the view. There's a huge flow there. Stay safe.

@leonardfibigerlewis Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the info and breathtakingly beautiful videography. I wish I could join you there for it has been a life long dream of mine to witness an eruption first hand.

@joachimfrey3827 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video. Great drone flights.

@SunShine-ml1ke Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this Video🌋❤

@christiroseify Жыл бұрын

Oh honey... We are so grateful that you go there to give us a first hand look at what is happening, but PLEEEASEEE don't risk your lungs, put your mask on... Your health and safety is far more important than our voyeurism... lol The Lord be with you dear...

@bgmckeown Жыл бұрын

Awesome report and footage!! Thank you!

@Seafariireland Жыл бұрын

Raka, the lava is so orange, red and fiery and very exciting but your own mesmerising and warmly “glowing” personality are what make this presentation so watchable and attractive! See you again soon I hope. SkipRay, Kerry, Ireland.❤

@jscordoba3 Жыл бұрын

I went yesterday. So happy I saw it. Your video is way better than mine though. 😅

@nightowl0815 Жыл бұрын

omg tomorrow i'll be there :3

@BL-zi9wb Жыл бұрын

I'm visiting in September and really hope the eruption keeps going until then

@delhatton Жыл бұрын

well done

@MegaMesozoic Жыл бұрын

Really don't understand why people want to walk on freshly erupted lava (unless they have a death wish), but glad that the rescue services have made it clear that they will not retrieve anyone doing such an insane thing!

@Shadowgrrl1 Жыл бұрын

thanks for keeping us up to date and given us a view of your country. I hope to get there this year..

@kariknight6287 Жыл бұрын

Wow! Great video!

@IcelandAdventures Жыл бұрын

Sweet views ! 👍

@mels8659 Жыл бұрын

Bring back Valur Grettisson, please!

@dinowenino9588 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your very thorough reporting and beautiful video, I greatly appreciated them - but I must say that I do miss Valur and Polly.

@Caprabone Жыл бұрын

Time to start advertising the 'don't walk on the lava' merch. 😂

@mary-kittybonkers2374 Жыл бұрын

I just need a reminder, was Valur the excellent journalist who reported on the volcano with his dog called Polly? I’m probably completely wrong.

@BlottyWellRight Жыл бұрын

Yes...all the new reporters SUCK @$$

@SoCo_Surfcasting Жыл бұрын

Thank you Ragga! What kid of respirator is that? Takk!

@helmutrausch336 Жыл бұрын

Maybe there is an possibility that Valur and Polly come as an guest mext with Ragga ? 😊 best regards

@bartjes2509 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing so much valuable information and images. This is exactly what I hope to shoot Wednesday when I hope to be there. Can I rent mountainbikes anywhere near the site ?

@firefly01 Жыл бұрын

Ragga's accent is excellent and I can follow the commentary without the closed captions! No it's not the same, just different and all is well.

@IRBrouwer Жыл бұрын

Great video! Lots of good info, much needed to some I might add. ;-) Thanks for doing this, I appreciate it very much as I am unable to come to Iceland and see it for myself.

@djmillhaus Жыл бұрын

"What we are seeing here behind me is basically..." a girl that is obviously well accustomed to the cold weather, wearing shorts up there 😅

@ThomasistheTwin Жыл бұрын

Actually did an actually good job actually

@ThatOpalGuy Жыл бұрын

I hope you are not going close up to the actual flow. people that film themselves very close and then posting that is highly irresponsible.

@sharonla8071 Жыл бұрын

Two things. I'm enjoying your reporting but I wish you'd put your mask on. Secondly, if anyone hikes into that area, who isn't incredibly fit, and will be out of breath when they get there, they are crazy. I hiked to the top of the mountain on Guadalupe and was exhausted when reached the top. There was some Sulphur in the air and I couldn't help breathing it in. It took two full years to recover from just that small amount of gas. It was nothing like what is happening in Iceland.

@SkyeRangerNick Жыл бұрын

Yes; scary and exciting.

@ariane3407 Жыл бұрын

What happend to Valur and Polly

@lnwolf41 Жыл бұрын

Another fascinating volcano video. As much as I would love to go see this, I am too fat. Too old, and way too out of shape😅😅

@sailingonasummerbreeze7892 9 ай бұрын

Very lovely - thank you!

@vikkimikkola5957 Жыл бұрын

Too bad Valur is not here. Will skip to another site to observe.

@megadethbangkok8747 Жыл бұрын

I LOVE ICELAND!!!!!

@railfan1956 Жыл бұрын

What was the place or web site you recommended visiting before hiking up to the volcano?

@hjordistorfa Жыл бұрын

Ragga recommended "the lava show" check it out it has all important information needed and gladly tell your friends please Thank you kindly Stay safe

@judycater2832 Жыл бұрын

Amazing- thank you! ❤❤❤

@ericassuvtravels 8 ай бұрын

I have always told my children, that the more mesmerizing and the more beautiful nature is the more deadly it is and to use extreme caution.

@jfabraga Жыл бұрын

Aw, Sorry to appear in the background in shorts! Was mixed temperature there 😂 and I was focused on the drones

@emiliyavuchkova7979 Жыл бұрын

Valur and Polly ??????¿?

@colinlove5062 Жыл бұрын

All the smoke and gases along with the dry clear weather do make for incredible sunsets. I can see why there’d be a festive atmosphere those scenes from 10:30 onwards are insane looking with the lava fountain just visible and the sky lit up all different colors.

@jeffmeyer9319 Жыл бұрын

I love the 'lava lady' and don't really miss the guy with the dog. Ragga's english is very clear and understandable and wonderfully accented. I look forward to more excursions in and around Reykjavík and all of your interesting country!

@TheSpizzaboy Жыл бұрын

Prehistoric man, far out 😮

@sherryramirez6329 Жыл бұрын

the scene at the 10:42 mark WOW

@koczisek Жыл бұрын

"Do not walk on lava" is the craziest recommendation I've heard so far! It's something like "do not put your head in a campfire". I guess, that if one cannot imagine himself achieving a fate of General Grievous, then he/she's basically a walking sausage and you can't help him.

@mikebillett7935 Жыл бұрын

Was that a Stormtrooper behind you in the first few minutes? Looking for Anakin perhaps?

@jeffbridges666 11 ай бұрын

I agree, Valur and Polly made this channel

@micheledonovan4225 Жыл бұрын

What a terrifying sight

@vaevictis_ Жыл бұрын

Beautifully terrifying (like a lot of Iceland…)

@PuentesRE Жыл бұрын

Goodness

@sandradoddema8370 Жыл бұрын

Could you tell me that where you were standing in front of the lava to tell about the guy. How far away is that hiking? It feels like a lot less far then going to the vulcano itself