Iceland: Government Emergency Response Plan Activated -- Erik Pomrenke

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Nov. 1, 2023

Emergency response plan activated

The government and tourism industry have activated a contingency plan in response to recent earthquakes on the Reykjanes Peninsula.

The Action Management of the Tourism Service (ASF) and the Execution Team of the Tourism Service (FHF) were convened today. This measure is in accordance with recent developments in the past 24 hours and the anticipated events outlined in the existing response plan.

The main elements of the plan focus on ensuring the safety of travelers in Iceland, informing travelers, minimizing the impact to travel, and ensuring information flow between tourism service providers and the Coordination Center of Civil Protection.

The plan can be read here in English.

Significant damage in Grindavík

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