Jan Henningsen, a 78-year-old former diver and engineer known as 'Gearløs', is taking matters into his own hands to revitalize Danish fjords, emphasizing the critical urgency of the situation.

Iceland's weather forecast indicates up to 15 degrees Celsius and dry, bright conditions in the Eastfjords, while other parts of the country are expected to experience showers with south and southwest winds.

A report reveals that nitrogen emissions from a typical fish farm can be equivalent to those produced by a city of 25,000 inhabitants, with a map illustrating the scale of emissions in various fjords.

Residents in Ísafjörður and surrounding Westfjords towns can now utilize Krónan's smart shopping service, with orders prepared in Akranes and delivered to a collection point at N1 in Ísafjörður.

A new report from the Sunstone Institute, cited by The Guardian, states that nitrogen from Norwegian fish farming pollutes coastal areas almost as much as the waste from 17 million people.

The Icelandic Road Administration anticipates tendering the construction of the last bridge project in the southern Westfjords, the Djúpafjörður bridge, by mid-May. This follows earlier expectations for an April tender.

Residents in western and northern Iceland can expect showers and possibly rain early in the day before the weather clears up, with cooler temperatures, especially in the Westfjords.

A traffic accident occurred in the Limfjord Tunnel on Monday morning, causing long queues, though no serious injuries were reported.

"We decided to try to take RÚV's Idea Days to the people instead of having people come to us in Efstaleiti," says Sigrún Hermannsdóttir, project manager for Idea Days, about her presence in...

Iceland is gearing up for a busy Easter weekend, a major travel holiday, with numerous events across the country including skiing, worship services, and the annual Aldrei fór ég suður music festival in the Westfjords, featuring artists like Skítamórall and Bríet.

Today's weather forecast for Iceland predicts variable winds, with 8 to 15 meters per second widely, but 13-18 from the west in the Eastfjords, bringing sleet showers and snow in the north and east.

The Icelandic Road and Coastal Administration will implement traffic control measures in Reykjanes, Snæfellsnes, and the southern Westfjords on August 12 due to an anticipated significant increase in traffic for a total solar eclipse.

The Icelandic Met Office has declared an uncertainty level due to potential avalanche danger in the Eastfjords, with significant snowfall expected tonight and into tomorrow morning.

A yellow weather warning for blizzard conditions remains in effect for East, Eastfjords, and Southeast Iceland, with conditions expected to improve after midday when the warning expires.

Severe weather conditions continue to affect parts of Iceland, causing power outages in the Westfjords and leading to road closures. Despite yellow weather warnings, flights are largely running on schedule.

Holtavörðuheiði, Súðavíkurhlíð, and Flateyrarvegur in Iceland are scheduled to close at midnight due to an uncertain level of avalanche risk in North Iceland and the northern Westfjords, with yellow weather warnings issued for severe weather across much of the country.

A storm is expected to hit Breiðafjörður and the Westfjords late tonight, then move east across Iceland, affecting North Iceland, East Iceland, the Eastfjords, and the central highlands, with the worst weather anticipated tomorrow.

More than 120 avalanches have been reported in Iceland's Westfjords and Tröllaskagi regions since last Thursday, leading to a state of uncertainty due to avalanche risk for nearly a week.

Yellow weather warnings have been issued for Westfjords, Strandir, Northwest Iceland, and Faxaflói due to strong winds, with roads potentially closing tonight amidst storm and blizzard conditions.

Rescue teams in the Westfjords and Reykjavík assisted travelers stranded by poor road conditions overnight, as most mountain roads in the Westfjords are now closed due to heavy snowfall and strong winds, including routes to Súðavík and Flateyri.

A severe northeast blizzard is expected in the Westfjords region of Iceland, leading to impassable roads and difficult driving conditions, particularly on mountain passes in the Eastfjords.

Travellers in northern parts of Iceland are being advised to check road conditions before setting out, as a new weather system approaches the country.

A new electoral list, 'Framtíð Árneshrepps' (Future of Árneshreppur), has been introduced in Árneshreppur in the Westfjords for the upcoming municipal elections. The list aims to offer residents who do not believe it is time to merge Árneshreppur and Kaldrananeshreppur a genuine alternative.

'We saw these avalanches on our radar, which looks up the slope and detects avalanches, and it detected three avalanches above the settlement today,' says Heiður Þórisdóttir, an avalanche watch expert...

A northern blizzard is affecting the northwest of Iceland, prompting the Icelandic Met Office to issue yellow warnings for Breiðafjörður, the Westfjords, and Strandir and Northwest Iceland, effective from morning until the next morning.

The Icelandic Road and Coastal Administration has imposed heavy vehicle restrictions on twelve roads in West Iceland and the Westfjords, where severe weather has caused significant damage to road surfaces, reducing the permissible axle load to ten tons on most affected routes.

Significant damage to road surfaces in West Iceland and the Westfjords has prompted the Icelandic Road Administration to limit axle loads on twelve roads and advise caution to drivers.

More than 100,000 people have tuned in to watch ‘kākāpō cam’, which captures a rare flightless bird sleeping, tidying her nest and fighting off intruders On an island in New Zealand’s remote southern fjords, one of the world’s strangest and rarest parrots – the kākāpō – is caring for her tiny chick as fans from across the globe watch on. Through the black and white lens of a hidden camera, a fluffy orb with a kazoo-like squeak jostles for food from its mother’s beak. The mother, Rakiura, is a...

Iceland is expected to experience a southwesterly wind with showers or sleet, particularly in the northern Westfjords, with temperatures remaining mild.

The Icelandic Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for snow and strong winds in the Breiðafjörður and Westfjords regions for tomorrow.

Iceland's Ministry of Justice is investigating complaints regarding the behavior of Helgi Jensson, the police chief of the Westfjords, at a local festival earlier this month, with two complaints reportedly concerning sexual harassment.

A yellow weather warning for a northwest blizzard has been issued for the Westfjords and Breiðafjörður regions of Iceland, taking effect early morning and later in the day.

The Icelandic Met Office has issued yellow warnings due to northwest gale or storm in Southeast Iceland, East Iceland, and the Eastfjords. Wind could be between 18 and 23 meters per second and reach

Romanian director Cristian Mungiu's drama 'Fjords' was awarded the prestigious Palme d'Or, the main prize, at the Cannes Film Festival.

Construction on the Vestfjarðavegur road in Iceland's Westfjords is experiencing additional delays, with plans to tender a 210-meter bridge over Djúpafjörður next week.

A new analysis by the Sunstone Institute reveals that pollution from fish farming in Norwegian fjords is equivalent to untreated sewage from millions of people, leading to oxygen depletion in the water.

A new report reveals that Norwegian fish farms are polluting fjords and coastal waters with 'fish sludge,' leading to nutrient levels equivalent to the raw sewage of millions of people.

The road leading to Rauðasandur in the southern Westfjords of Iceland is in such disrepair that tourists are reluctant to use it, even with a significant number expected to visit the area for a solar eclipse this summer.

Nine fisheries companies and fish processing plants in the Westfjords of Iceland are strongly opposing a bill from the Minister of Infrastructure that would abolish line incentives and shellfish and shrimp subsidies, fearing the abandonment of settlements.

Western Iceland is forecast to experience sleet showers, with winds ranging from 3-10 m/s, and stronger winds in the Westfjords, while Northern and Eastern Iceland will be mostly dry after noon.

The Westfjords Music Festival 'Aldrei fór ég suður' commenced in Ísafjörður, Iceland, marking its 22nd edition. The festival director expressed pleasant surprise at the smooth and successful preparations for the event.

A strong westerly wind with snow showers and drifting snow is expected to worsen driving conditions in East Iceland and the Eastfjords today, especially on mountain roads. A low-pressure system with snowfall is rapidly moving northeast across the country, prompting a yellow weather warning.

A significant online scam operation has been identified, specifically targeting hotel guests in the Westfjords region of Iceland.

Iceland is experiencing strong northerly winds, with snow falling in the East and a snow avalanche risk in the Eastfjords and Seyðisfjörður, leading to widespread road closures.

Icelandic radio stations Rás 1 and Rás 2 are currently off-air in the Ísafjarðardjúpi and Steingrímsfjarðarheiði areas of the Westfjords due to a technical malfunction.

The mayor of Vesturbyggð, Iceland, has expressed significant concerns regarding communication outages in the Westfjords, particularly in the Kleifaheiði area, a known avalanche zone where a school bus operates daily.

A power outage affected Iceland's Westfjords after the Mjólkárlína 1 transmission line tripped twice, causing electricity loss in the area.

Police in Westfjords, Iceland, plan to implement road closures at Látrabjarg if tourist numbers exceed certain limits during the August solar eclipse, with traffic management also being prepared in West Iceland and Snæfellsjökull National Park.

Iceland is experiencing calmer weather today with less wind and snowfall compared to recent days, which heavily impacted the northern and northwestern parts of the country. However, uncertainty levels remain in effect due to avalanche risk in North Iceland and the northern Westfjords.

A Danish commentary expresses strong criticism of intensive pig farming practices in Zealand, highlighting the intense stench, environmental pollution affecting fjords and drinking water, and the impact on animal welfare, leading to local outrage.

A meteorologist reports that weather conditions in Iceland are expected to improve by evening and overnight, though northern snow showers are still anticipated, particularly in the Westfjords. An avalanche risk alert is in effect for Ísafjörður.

The Icelandic Coast Guard vessel Þór has been stationed in Ísafjarðardjúp since before the weekend, on standby to respond to severe weather conditions and the risk of avalanches in the northern Westfjords.

Yellow weather warnings have been issued for Breiðafjörður, the Westfjords, and the Northwest coast of Iceland due to expected blizzards and strong winds.

Travelers in North Iceland are urged to check road conditions before departing, as a new low-pressure system from the Greenland Sea is expected later today, bringing yellow warnings to Northwest Iceland, the Westfjords, and Breiðafjörður tonight and early tomorrow morning.

Guðmundur Fertram Sigurjónsson, founder and CEO of Kerecis, has acquired a stake in Hótel Ísafirði, continuing his efforts to develop the Westfjords region and improve its infrastructure.

Three avalanches have occurred in the western fjords of Iceland, leading to road closures. The Icelandic Met Office's avalanche watch detected the events above populated areas.

An uncertainty level has been declared in Súðavíkurhlíð, Iceland, due to avalanche risk, with blizzard conditions forecast for the coming days and a yellow warning in effect for Westfjords and Northwest Iceland until Friday morning.

The Icelandic Met Office has issued yellow weather warnings for snow and strong winds in Breiðafjörður, the Westfjords, Strandir, and Northwest Iceland for tomorrow.

Iceland is bracing for several days of snowy and sleety weather, particularly in the Westfjords and North Iceland, with road conditions expected to be icy. Road administration workers have begun assessing the passability of roads across the country.

Blizzard conditions and difficult driving are anticipated on mountain roads in Iceland's Westfjords tomorrow morning due to northern snow, potentially disrupting travel plans.

Despite blizzard conditions on mountain roads across Iceland today, no roads have been closed, but conditions are expected to deteriorate rapidly in the Westfjords and Eastfjords tonight after road service ends, potentially delaying road clearing tomorrow morning.

The Akranes Rescue Association has received a new rescue vessel, Gísli Jóns, from the Westfjords Rescue Boat Fund. The vessel originally came from Norway to Ísafjörður in 2019.

The northern blizzard that has raged in the Westfjords and by Breiðafjörður will reach Faxaflói after noon.

Two complaints have been filed with the police oversight committee regarding the conduct of Helgi Jensson, the police chief in the Westfjords, at a festival in Flateyri on February 14.

A spell of wet weather is forecast for much of Iceland in the coming days, though the eastern parts of the country are expected to experience brighter conditions.

A new report reveals that 23 local green tripartite groups have identified over 4,000 projects to improve water environments and climate, but their implementation is slow, necessitating strong action from the new government on nitrogen reduction to rescue ailing fjords.

The Icelandic Road and Coastal Administration plans to tender next week for the construction of a more than 200-meter-long net-arch bridge over Djúpafjörður in the southern Westfjords.

Research from a Norwegian environmental institute reveals that the world's largest salmon production industry is endangering marine life in Norwegian fjords. The study highlights the negative impact of salmon farming on local ecosystems.

Icelandic singer Katla, who gained fame at 15, is returning to her hometown in the Westfjords, having previously worked with her brothers in the band Celebs.

A new data center venture, financially supported by a co-founder of Carlyle Group, is reportedly considering locations within Norway's fjords.

An Icelandic district court overturned a decision by the uninhabited land committee, ruling that Hornbjarg in the Westfjords is not national land, while confirming Bjarnarnes as national land.

La Vanguardia offers an exclusive discount through Exoticca for readers to visit the Norwegian fjords, presenting an opportunity to explore Norway's natural wonders.

Kęstutis Juška, a doctor from Kaunas, who lost his head over traveling in nature, embarked on a challenge to sail by sailboat to the Arctic Ocean in the North, beyond the Arctic Circle.

Cars are currently stuck in Norðdal, Iceland, near Steingrímsfjarðarheiði in the Westfjords, as the road has become impassable.

Orange-level weather warnings have been issued for the Westfjords region of Iceland, indicating potentially hazardous conditions.

The Icelandic Coast Guard vessel Freyja is en route to the Eastfjords where an uncertainty level is in effect due to avalanche danger. In Seyðisfjörður, an alert level is active, and five areas in the town have been evacuated.

A yellow weather warning has been issued across eastern parts of Iceland as strong winds and snowfall disrupt travel and daily life. The alert covers areas including Eastfjords as well as the southeast of the country, and remains in force until midday. Temperatures are expected to drop to around five degrees below freezing, increasing the… The post Severe Weather Trigger Road Closures Across Eastern Iceland appeared first on Iceland Review.

Holtavörðuheiði and Öxnadalsheiði mountain passes in Iceland have reopened after recent blizzards, though heavy snow and drifting conditions persist, and other routes in the Westfjords remain impassable.

A yellow warning is in effect for Breiðafjörður and the Westfjords due to a southern storm bringing significant sleet or rain. Gusts may locally exceed 35 meters per second, with the Icelandic Met Office warning of dangerous travel conditions and rising water levels.

An uncertainty level has been declared for the northern Westfjords and North Iceland due to a high risk of avalanches, slush flows, and rockfalls.

A yellow weather warning has been issued for the Westfjords, effective tonight at 10 PM, due to a southern blizzard bringing winds of 15 to 23 meters per second with snow and drifting snow.

An avalanche has delayed the opening of the Dynjandisheiði road in Iceland's Westfjords, despite evacuations being lifted in Ísafjörður. An uncertainty level due to avalanche risk remains in effect for the Westfjords and North Iceland.

An Icelandic meteorologist reports that the weather will improve by evening, but a northern blizzard is still expected, particularly in the Westfjords. An alert level is in place for avalanche danger in Ísafjörður.

Several commercial buildings in Seljalandshlíð, Ísafjörður, have been evacuated due to avalanche risk, and an uncertainty level for avalanche danger is in effect in the northern Westfjords.

An uncertainty level has been declared due to avalanche danger in the northern Westfjords of Iceland, effective from midnight. Several commercial buildings in Ísafjörður are to be evacuated.

The Icelandic Meteorological Office has issued yellow warnings for blizzards and strong winds in Breiðafjörður, Westfjords, and Strandir and Northwest Iceland for tonight and tomorrow.

Police in the Westfjords, Iceland, announced the closure of Eyrarhlíð, the road between Hnífsdalur and Ísafjörður, at 10:30 PM due to adverse weather conditions, with the situation to be reassessed in the morning.

Blizzard conditions are impacting traffic from the Westfjords to the Eastfjords in Iceland, with heavy snow and icy patches making many roads impassable or difficult to navigate, and conditions expected to worsen.

A humpback whale has washed ashore dead in Kjálkafjörður in the eastern Westfjords of Iceland, identified as an adult animal.

The northern Westfjords region of Iceland is forecast to experience strong winds of 10-18 m/s with snow or sleet today, while other areas will see lighter winds and showers as temperatures drop.

Strong winds are expected across Iceland, with the worst weather likely in the northern Westfjords tonight, bringing snow or sleet and icy roads.

The Icelandic Met Office has issued yellow weather warnings for strong winds and blizzards in several regions, including Breiðafjörður, the Westfjords, Strandir, and Northwest Iceland, with wind speeds expected to reach 18-28 m/s and gusts up to 40 m/s.

The Icelandic Met Office has issued yellow and orange warnings due to severe weather in the eastern half of the country tomorrow. The first yellow warning takes effect in Northeast Iceland, East Iceland, and the Eastfjords…

Driving conditions are likely to be dangerous near Breiðafjörður and in the Westfjords today due to northwesterly blizzards. It will be quite windy with snowfall and drifting snow.

Heavy snowfall and poor visibility are expected in parts of western Iceland today, potentially causing disruptions to transport. The Icelandic Met Office warned of considerable snowfall and poor visibility in West Iceland today and the Westfjords tonight.