Event Brief
Iceland’s Chief ‘Lava Cooler’ Prepares for Eruption
Filed: Mar 15, 2026 at 5:03 AM ET
Summary: Helgi Hjorleifsson leads efforts to divert lava flows in Iceland, proving effective in protecting vital areas.
WHO: Helgi Hjorleifsson
WHAT: Leading a national experiment to steer lava away from important sites
WHEN: Mar 15, 2026 at 12:01 AM ET
WHERE: Iceland
WHY: To protect important sites from volcanic eruptions
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