From Ambassador (Heavy-snowed Reykjavik)
2025/10/29
08:07
11:31
22:47
On October 28, it snowed very heavily in Reykjavik from the morning. The total snowfall reached 40 centimeters, which was more than double of the past October record in Reykjavik of 15 centimeters 1921. There were some traffic disruptions like stuck passenger vehicles. Before noon, orange alert was issued, and the Embassy of Japan was temporarily closed in the afternoon. Embassies of some other countries took similar measures.
Even in such a hardship condition, the bus is a relatively stable means of transportation in Reykjavik. Although the speed was lowered, the bus was operating including night time. I was worried about the next day October 29. However, the Embassy was open, and so were the schools. I was able to perform the appointment which was scheduled in late morning.
I heard that the Icelanders are able to adapt themselves to abrupt changes of weather. Probably this is a source of resilience. When facing with changes, one might need to pursue various possibilities proactively, rather than to respond passively. It might be worthwhile to learn from Icelanders. At night of October 28, aurora was seen above the snow-covered streets.
Even in such a hardship condition, the bus is a relatively stable means of transportation in Reykjavik. Although the speed was lowered, the bus was operating including night time. I was worried about the next day October 29. However, the Embassy was open, and so were the schools. I was able to perform the appointment which was scheduled in late morning.
I heard that the Icelanders are able to adapt themselves to abrupt changes of weather. Probably this is a source of resilience. When facing with changes, one might need to pursue various possibilities proactively, rather than to respond passively. It might be worthwhile to learn from Icelanders. At night of October 28, aurora was seen above the snow-covered streets.