Storm causing major disruption across the country

All coaches between villages and towns have been suspended for the day, and Suðuroy ferry Smyril’s services have been suspended until at least 4pm.

Updates will be posted here (Real-time updates may not be available in English).

Schools close

Eight schools have so far announced closure today due to the poor weather conditions.

They are: Vestmanna skúli, Skála skúli, Hvalvíkar skúli, Velbastaðar skúli, Hósvíkar skúli, Skúlin við Streymin, Runavíkar kommunuskúli and Fuglafjarðar skúli.

Translated by prosa.fo