The driver of a truck that caught fire in the Mastrafjord Tunnel on the E39 was transported to the emergency room for a check-up following the incident. The fire prompted a temporary closure, during which traffic bound for Sokn and the other islands between the Byfjord Tunnel and the Mastrafjord Tunnel was rerouted through the Byfjord Tunnel.

Once the truck is removed from the tunnel, authorities will need to assess any potential damage to the tunnel before it can be reopened. This evaluation is crucial to ensure the safety of the infrastructure as well as the traveling public. The incident highlights the importance of safety protocols regarding transport vehicles passing through critical infrastructure such as tunnels.

The response to the incident and the subsequent management of traffic flow underscores the operational challenges authorities face during emergencies. This event may lead to increased scrutiny of safety regulations and emergency procedures in such tunnels, potentially prompting a reevaluation of existing protocols to prevent similar occurrences in the future.