The tragic incident at the Breidamerkurjokull glacier highlights the dangers of exploring ice caves, as one person died and two others were injured during the collapse.
Rescue operations have been complicated due to the rugged terrain, preventing the use of large icebreaking machines, and forcing teams to rely on handheld tools.
Despite efforts from the Icelandic Coast Guard and local emergency services, the search for the two missing individuals was cut short after nightfall due to unsafe conditions.
The incident underscores the inherent risks associated with tourism in natural sites, especially after recent geological activity, although experts indicate the two may not be directly linked.
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