Notice from the incident command team: People are urged to stay at home

NOTICE FROM THE METROPOLITAN AREA MANAGEMENT

Due to the ongoing snowfall in the capital region, People were strongly urged to stay at home and not to travel unnecessarily.. A yellow weather warning is in effect for the area, but it will change to an amber warning at 17:00, with heavy snowfall or sleet and poor visibility still forecast.

People who left home this morning are asked to consider returning home as soon as possible (ideally before 3 p.m.), as the conditions and weather are only set to worsen as the day progresses. Major travel disruption is expected to continue, and people are urged to be cautious and to monitor the weather forecast. This is the day and evening to stay at home and make it cosy, not to rush out into the traffic and get stuck! People are asked to not seeking services today that can easily wait Better times, e.g. swimming pools and libraries, but it is recommended that they are closed. However, essential services will continue to be provided, e.g. healthcare facilities and various welfare services.

So, that's been repeated., once again, drivers of inadequately equipped vehicles should not be on the roads in these severe winter conditions. Despite the warnings, this has been a common occurrence today, causing a great deal of disruption. Inadequately equipped vehicles will be removed at the owners' expense. However, it is best that everyone who possibly can stays at home while the weather passes, regardless of their vehicle's tyre equipment.

English

Due to ongoing snowfall in Reykjavik and the surrounding municipalities, people are strongly advised to stay at home and avoid travel unless absolutely necessary. A yellow weather warning is currently in effect for the region but will be upgraded to an orange warning at 17:00/5 p.m. today. Continued heavy snowfall or sleet is expected, with poor visibility. Those who left home this morning are urged to return as soon as possible (ideally before 15:00/3 p.m.), as road and weather conditions are only expected to worsen as the day goes on. Significant travel disruptions are likely to continue, and people are encouraged to exercise caution and keep up to date with weather forecasts. Today is the day to stay inside and keep warm—not to venture out and risk getting stuck in traffic! 

People are asked not to seek non-essential services today that can easily wait, such as swimming pools and libraries, and such facilities are encouraged to close for the day. Essential services, such as healthcare institutions and various welfare services, will continue to operate. 

Once again, drivers of poorly equipped vehicles are strictly advised not to be on the roads in these severe winter conditions. Despite repeated warnings, many such cases have been reported today, causing considerable problems. Vehicles that are inadequately equipped will be towed at the owner's expense. However, the best course of action for everyone—regardless of vehicle equipment—is simply to stay at home while the storm passes.