Nasa: Eruption of Eyjafjallajökull Volcano, Iceland , 17 April 2010

Nasa: Eruption of Eyjafjallajökull Volcano, Iceland, 19th April 2010

These photos of the unpronounceable geological marvel in Iceland are from Nasa. A variety of newspapers are telling me that the eruptions are set to slow down or there are set to be more. I’m not sure so here’s some volcano related facts and stories:

1. Oh, it’s not actually called Eyjafjallajökull…

So after days of reporters stumbling over the word ‘Eyjafjallajökull’ and the BBC issuing guidelines to newsreaders on how to pronounce the name of the volcano (“AY-uh-fyat-luh-YOE-kuutl-uh”);  it turns out; to the hilarity of some Icelanders; that it’s actually called Eyjafyoll. Now isn’t that easier to pronounce?!

2. Norway is being run via an iPad

Jens Stoltenberg, the prime minister of Norway, found himself stranded in New York and was pictured working remotely via an iPad.
So, the iPad, great for cats and prime ministers.

3. We’re going to have trouble buying kumquats

I’ve never wanted a kumquat, but now that I’ve heard that they might be difficult to get hold of once the stocks run low, I really fancy one! Funny how that works.

4. Twitter has become an emergency travel service

Stranded tweeple have been using the hastags #getmehome, #stranded and #putmeup to make it easier for holidaymakers to carpool or find a place to stay.
Heart warming really….

5. Dan Snow (Historian Presenter) tried to rescue people in rigid inflatable boats…

…in a Dunkirk inspired evacuation…but got shut down by the french authorities after rescuing 25 people mobilised via twitter.

If you hear of anymore surreal Volcano related stories please comment below: