Feb 12 • 08:16 UTC 🇫🇮 Finland Ilta-Sanomat

Traffic chaos – rear-end collision on Ring I

Heavy snowfall has caused unpredictable morning traffic in Southern Finland, leading to several accidents.

Heavy snowfall in Southern Finland has severely disrupted the morning commute, prompting weather warnings from the Finnish Meteorological Institute and Fintraffic regarding slippery road conditions. As the snow continued to fall, multiple traffic incidents were reported, leading to significant traffic congestion. Emergency services in Helsinki have been actively responding to these accidents, urging drivers to exercise caution during their travels.

The first reported accident occurred on Ring III in Vantaa between the Vantaanportti and Tuusulanväylä junctions, resulting in traffic disruptions from 8 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. Shortly after, at 8:09 a.m., another collision occurred on Ring III between Muuralan and Turunväylä junctions, causing additional traffic delays until 8:39 a.m. The situation escalated further with a heavy vehicle breakdown on Ring I in Helsinki at the Hämeenlinnanväylä junction, which closed a traffic lane and contributed to the ongoing traffic chaos.

As the morning continued, Fintraffic reported a series of accidents and traffic disruptions across various locations, highlighting the urgent need for motorists to stay updated on road conditions. The situation reflects the challenges posed by severe winter weather in Finland, emphasizing the importance of preparing for hazardous driving conditions during heavy snowfall.

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