Search intensifies for missing tourists in Kerlingarfjöll after vehicle discovery

Tuesday 6th August 2024 on 16:18 in Iceland Iceland

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A vehicle believed to belong to two missing tourists was discovered at the campsite in Kerlingarfjöll after noon. The search operations, which have been ongoing since yesterday evening, are set to intensify with the deployment of search dogs.

This vehicle is the first concrete clue identified since the tourists requested assistance, reporting they were trapped inside a cave. Since then, there has been no contact with them, and the rescue teams had little to go on until the vehicle was found.

Rescue teams have been called out due to concerns for the two tourists, who have yet to be located. Meanwhile, the weather in the region has been unstable, prompting warnings to hikers and campers in the area.

The authorities continue their search for the missing individuals, with hopes that the discovery of the vehicle will lead to further insights into their whereabouts. The situation remains urgent as rescue teams are focused on locating the tourists quickly to ensure their safety.

Source 
(via ruv.is)