The municipal council of Mýrdalshreppur has repeatedly pointed out the need for stronger sea defenses in the area where heavy surf has caused damage near Vík í Mýrdal. The Icelandic Road Administration (Vegagerðin) has, however, seen no reason to act. If nothing changes, coastal erosion will continue and eventually cut through Route 1.Repeated warnings about the danger ignored
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August 27, 2025
The municipal council of Mýrdalshreppur has repeatedly pointed out the need for stronger sea defenses in the area where heavy surf has caused damage near Vík í Mýrdal. The Icelandic Road Administration (Vegagerðin) has, however, seen no reason to act. If nothing changes, coastal erosion will continue and eventually cut through Route 1.
