Feb 23 β€’ 07:25 UTC πŸ‡³πŸ‡΄ Norway NRK

Snowfall causes delays

Heavy snowfall is causing significant delays for both cars and buses traveling into Oslo during the morning rush hour on Monday.

On Monday morning, heavy snowfall has severely impacted the traffic flow into Oslo, leading to significant delays for both cars and buses. The accumulation of snow overnight, coupled with rush hour traffic, has resulted in difficult conditions for commuters. Arvid WahlstrΓΈm, a traffic operator at the Eastern Road Traffic Central, reported that snowplough crews have been dispatched to clear the roads in response to the situation.

There are noticeable traffic jams on all major routes leading into Oslo, including the E6 from the south and north as well as the E18 past Sandvika. The combination of accumulating snow and the typical congestion during rush hour has created a challenging environment for drivers. Authorities are working to mitigate the delays but advise commuters to exercise caution and allow extra travel time.

As weather conditions continue to affect transportation, it underscores the vulnerability of urban traffic systems to adverse weather. The response from transport authorities and the effectiveness of snow-clearing operations will be crucial in managing the situation as commuters seek to reach their destinations safely and on time.

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