In the morning near Reynisfjall, a bus laden with tourists veered off the roadway, although all passengers reportedly escaped without injuries. The incident was confirmed by Einar Sigurjónsson, the chief constable at the South Iceland police, following initial reporting by mbl. Emergency services, including the police and rescue teams, responded swiftly to the scene to assist the passengers in safely exiting the bus.

The passengers were subsequently transported to Vík í Mýrdal where another bus was arranged to pick them up, as the recovery of the stranded bus was currently unattainable due to adverse weather conditions. Just a day prior to this incident, heavy snow and blizzard conditions had left around six hundred vehicles stranded under the Eyjafjöll mountains, highlighting the challenging driving conditions in the area. Einar advised that while conditions were still difficult, they were an improvement on the previous day, urging travelers to remain cautious and aware of the prevailing circumstances.

This incident underscores the importance of monitoring weather conditions when traveling in Iceland, particularly during the winter months. As tourism continues to rise in Iceland, ensuring the safety of visitors on the road is critical, prompting officials to encourage awareness of local advisories and the necessity of preparation for unexpected situations.