Incredible photos show huge iceberg drifting dangerously close to shore

Incredible images show a massive iceberg drifting dangerously close to shore in Greenland. The structure, which has been edging closer to a harbour in Innaarsuit, has led to authorities issuing a warning to the public (Picture: Dennis Lehtonen / SWNS)

The massive iceberg drifted near the Royal Greenland fish factory and a local food store. People have been advised to be careful when visiting, as the iceberg could crash into the land, break off and harm residents, or it could trigger waves if chunks fall into the water (Picture: Dennis Lehtonen / SWNS)

The Avannaata Municipality said: 'Emergency services encourage families not to go in a group towards the store, while at the same time asking people with walking difficulties to be extra careful when walking towards the store. The emergency services also want you to be careful when sailing both to and from the settlement. The emergency services are aware of the iceberg and are prepared if it breaks apart' (Picture: Dennis Lehtonen / SWNS)

One of the biggest worries is that instead of moving, and drifting past Innaarsuit, the iceberg has remained stationary. This has caused some issues for the locals, who depend on fishing for their income. Some people have said that they are worried, whereas others have said they are excited (Picture: Dennis Lehtonen / SWNS)

Local man Dennis Lehtonen (pictured) said the iceberg arrived in the village in early July, but has since returned. He said: ‘This Monday, however, the iceberg would return to Innaarsuit and since then it has been (almost) in the same location since then. Because of this, the Avannaata Kommunia (North Greenland municipality) issued the official warning for the iceberg and we are temporarily closing the local fish factory where I work as well as the small shop. I have asked the locals about their feelings for the iceberg. Some say they're worried, but there are plenty of people who are sort of excited (like me)’ (Picture: Courtesy Dennis Lehtonen / SWNS)

This is not the first time an iceberg has visited the village. In 2018, a similar sized iceberg floated into the same harbour – and it was so big it could be seen from space. It is thought to have weighed 11 million tons. At the time, authorities told residents of Innaarsuit who were living near the shore to move to higher ground (Picture: Nasa)

Thankfully, the 2018 iceberg floated away after a few days due to high wind and elevated tides, moving it away from the harbour. It was thought the iceberg could break apart and produce large waves that could wash away low-lying buildings. But the question is, how long will this one stay around for? (Picture: Dennis Lehtonen / SWNS)