The E6 highway in Sørfold, Norway, was closed for several hours following an incident involving a foreign truck that became wedged across the road. According to the Norwegian Public Roads Administration, the blockage was first reported at 10:45 AM, and traffic was severely affected with no detour options available, leading to long queues. Locals, including Hamarøy municipality Mayor Britt Kristoffersen Løksa, expressed frustration as they waited in heavy traffic between two tunnels, indicating this situation is a common stressor in the area.

Renate Aanes, a traffic operator, mentioned that they were waiting for a recovery vehicle that was on its way from Bodø to assist in clearing the obstruction. With numerous vehicles backed up behind the blockage, the incident highlighted the vulnerability of the roadway and the impact such closures have on local residents who rely on the E6 for daily commuting and logistics.

The highway was finally reopened in both directions at 14:45, after approximately four hours of closure. The incident serves as a reminder of the challenges posed by heavy vehicles on Norway's roadways and the necessity of swift recovery responses to minimize disruptions to traffic flow in these remote areas.