Technical visit - Volcano Safari

The technical visit of ISTSS 2025 and FIVE 2025 is a volcano safari. We will go on a guided bus tour in the Icelandic landscape.

• 14.40 Presentations at Hilton Reykjavik Nordica, Main hall (1st floor)

  Lava flow response strategies, lava walls and their design Lava flows and protection of infrastructure, the Grindavík saga
  Jon Haukur Steingrimsson, division manager EFLA in Reykjavik.

  Lava Cooling Operations, Strategies, Challenges and Lessons Learned.
  Helgi Hjörleifsson, Greater Reykjavík Fire and Rescue Service, Assistant Fire Officer, Lava Cooling Operations Manager.

• Bus Tour
• Stop at unspecified Volcano Area
  Scenic drive with commentary on the volcanic landscape.
  Guided visit to lava wall structures built to hinder lava flow.
  Opportunity for sightseeing and photography.
  Geological insights and safety discussion.
• Visit Grindavík city

• Presentation on Local Activities with a local guide Sigurbjörn Dagbjartsson:

  • Community resilience in volcanic areas.
  • Visit area showing damage of Grindavik.

  Optional Q&A session

• Return to Hilton Reykjavik Nordica at about 20.00

Note: There will be a coffee break at 14:30, so take the opportunity to refresh yourself before departure. Wear weather-appropriate clothing, sturdy shoes for rough terrain, and, if you have one, a "lopapeysa," the iconic Icelandic sweater designed for cold weather.