Dozens of Vehicles Stranded on South Coast Road

2026-03-23 - 15:12

Around 30 vehicles are currently stranded along Iceland’s South Coast. As reported by RÚV, hazardous conditions have forced the closure of a major section of the Ring Road. What's the Story? Around 30 vehicles stranded between Pétursey and Vík, including near Reynisfjara turn-off Ring Road closed between Markarfljót and Höfn Situation confirmed by Landsbjörg information officer Jón Þór Víglundsson Photo: Dagmar Trodler Severe weather disruption According to Landsbjörg, cars are stuck in an area stretching from Pétursey eastwards to Vík, with several vehicles halted near the turn-off to Reynisfjara. Jón Þór Víglundsson, information officer for Landsbjörg, confirmed the situation in comments to a news agency. He stated: “About 30 cars are stuck in the area from Pétursey and east to Vík. Among them are quite a few cars at the turnoff down to Reynisfjörður.” Authorities have closed the Ring Road between Markarfljót and Höfn in response to conditions. The closure affects a key transport corridor frequently used by both locals and visitors travelling along the south coast. Drivers are advised to monitor updates and avoid unnecessary travel in affected areas.