Iceland begins its week with an orange warning in force in many parts of the country. A strong storm is expected in the western part of the country (Faxaflói, Breiðafjörður, Westfjords, Strandir) and the central highlands. In the capital area, a yellow warning will be in place at least until the afternoon. 

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The Icelandic Meteorological Office advises refraining from unnecessary traveling today. The wind gusts can reach up to 40 meters/second in the north. A possibility of floods has also been announced in some areas.

Roads in Bröttabrekka, Kleifarheiði, Hálfdán and Dynjandisheiði as well as a number of mountain roads are now closed. 

We advise you to drive with caution. Follow updates at SafeTravel for the latest on weather and road conditions around the country.