Feb 10 • 18:15 UTC 🇳🇴 Norway VG

Report of two people falling through the ice in Trøndelag – misunderstanding

A report of two individuals having fallen through the ice in Skaun, Trøndelag, turned out to be a misunderstanding, as confirmed by local authorities.

Authorities in Trøndelag responded to a report at 19:14 concerning two people potentially having fallen through the ice in Skaun. The emergency services arrived on the scene by 19:21 to investigate the situation. Upon arrival, the police confirmed that the report stemmed from a misunderstanding, and there were no individuals who had actually entered the water.

The police operations leader, Einar Røstum, provided assurance that no one was in danger and emphasized the importance of accurate communication in situations like these. Such incidents, where alarming reports can lead to emergency responses, highlight the need for clear and timely information dissemination during winter conditions when ice-related accidents can occur.

This incident serves as a reminder of the challenges faced by emergency services in verifying reports quickly and effectively, especially during the winter months when ice can pose a significant risk. Proper handling of such misunderstandings can help to ensure community safety and efficient resource allocation for emergency response teams in Trøndelag and surrounding areas.

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