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Iceland Ice Cave Collapse Kills 1 American, Injures 1; No Missing Tourists

Aug 26, 2024, 01:00 PM

A tragic incident occurred at the Breiðamerkurjökull glacier in southern Iceland on Sunday afternoon, where an ice cave collapsed, resulting in the death of one American tourist and serious injury to another. Initially, it was reported that two tourists were missing following the collapse. However, Icelandic authorities have since called off the search, determining that no one is missing. The collapse happened during a guided tour involving a group of 23 tourists from various countries. The ice cave is part of the Vatnajökull National Park, a popular destination for tourists seeking to explore the insides of glaciers.