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Category: Views around Heimaey

Here are some of the views the core processing team has access to in their spare time.

Sunset from Eldfell

Sunset from Eldfell

Posted on September 6, 2017 by surtsey50years
Sunset over the town of Heimaey from Eldfell. This volcano erupted in 1973 and is the most recent volcanic eruption on the island.... Read More
Puffins

Puffins

Posted on September 6, 2017September 6, 2017 by surtsey50years
Puffins are a common sight in Heimaey this time of year–nesting season. The baby puffins can be confused by the city lights and fly into town instead of to the ocean. Children can be seen collec... Read More
Field Trip

Field Trip

Posted on September 6, 2017September 6, 2017 by surtsey50years
The scientific team on Heimaey to a trip out to the south part of Vestmannaeyjar. At this location, there are similar deposits to those found on Surtsey. Photograph by Cédric Hamelin.... Read More
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