Feb 22 β€’ 16:06 UTC πŸ‡³πŸ‡΄ Norway NRK

Four people in traffic accident

Four individuals were involved in a traffic accident on County Road 21 near Otteid in Marker municipality, with one person severely injured and airlifted to the hospital.

A traffic accident occurred on County Road 21 near Otteid in Marker municipality, Norway, involving four individuals. One of the accident victims was severely injured and has been airlifted to UllevΓ₯l Hospital, while another individual was transported to Østfold Hospital at Kalnes. Police spokesperson Ronny Samuelsen confirmed that two of the victims sustained no injuries from the incident.

The accident was reported to authorities through an automatic alert from one of the vehicles involved, prompting a swift response from emergency services. Given the remote location of the accident scene, a helicopter ambulance was dispatched to the site to provide immediate medical assistance. Currently, traffic is halted in both directions as emergency services manage the situation on the road.

This unfortunate incident highlights the dangers associated with traffic on rural roads and the importance of timely medical responses to emergencies. Local authorities are expected to investigate the circumstances surrounding the accident to determine its cause and possibly prevent future occurrences, further emphasizing the need for road safety measures in the region.

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