jarðskál
Jarðskál, also known as the Icelandic Earthquake, was a significant seismic event that occurred in Iceland on June 21, 2000. The earthquake had a magnitude of 6.6 on the Richter scale, making it one of the most powerful earthquakes to strike Iceland in recent history. The epicenter was located near the town of Selfoss in the south of the country, and the tremor was felt across the entire island, as well as in parts of neighboring countries.
The earthquake resulted from the tectonic activity along the Mid-Atlantic Ridge, which runs through Iceland. This
The earthquake caused widespread damage to infrastructure, including roads, bridges, and buildings. In Selfoss, several buildings
The Jarðskál earthquake highlighted the importance of earthquake preparedness and the need for robust building codes