Foreign Office travel warning to British tourists as ‘stay away’ alert issued

British tourists and travellers are being urged to stay away from an area of Europe that is popular with adventurous sightseers.

The UK’s Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office (FCDO) issued the fresh travel warning after a series of volcanic eruptions in Iceland. The country is a popular destination thanks to its otherworldly volcanic landscapes.

The Blue Lagoon, Skógafoss waterfall, Thingvellir National Park and Kirkjufell are just some of the attractions Iceland has to offer. However, Brits are being urged to avoid some areas of the country.

Brits visiting Iceland are being advised to regularly check for alerts, reports GB News. A spokesperson for the FCDO said: “Volcanic eruptions and earthquakes are common in Iceland. Recently there has been a series of volcanic eruptions on the Reykjanes peninsula in south-west Iceland, the latest on August 22.

“These have affected the town of Grindavik and the area to the north of it. Icelandic authorities advise that you stay away from this area. All roads to Grindavik and the surrounding area are closed.

“It is likely there will be further eruptions in this location. Monitor local media for updates and follow the authorities’ advice on travel to the area.

“Keflavik International Airport and the road to it is unaffected and operating normally. The capital city, Reykjavik, and the rest of Iceland is not impacted by the eruptions.

“Volcanic activity is closely monitored for any signs of unrest in Iceland’s 32 active systems.

“Infrastructure is robustly designed, but not all events can be anticipated and can pose risks to your travel plans such as travel delays and cancellations, poisonous volcanic gases, rock falls and landslides and sudden and large flooding.”

The latest advice on situation can be obtained from the Icelandic tourist board, the Icelandic Met Office, Safe Travel Iceland and Almannavarnir Facebook page.