It has been difficult to reach the fault due to …

It has been difficult to reach the fault due to the heavy snowfall in the area.
Photo/Landsnet

The location of the fault on the Neskaupstaður Line 1 has now been identified. It has proven difficult to access the site because of the heavy snow in the area.

This is stated in a post from Landsnet on Facebook.

The post also notes that there was a risk of lightning yesterday, forcing crews to withdraw from the area.

Repair work on the line began after noon today, according to the update.