A massive collision involving around ten cars and several trucks occurred on the E4 highway north of Gävle, resulting in injuries and traffic disruptions.
A significant traffic incident occurred on the E4 highway north of Gävle, Sweden, involving approximately ten passenger cars and several trucks. The collision resulted in multiple injuries, with at least three individuals transported to the hospital, although their conditions remain unclear. The accident has caused severe traffic disruptions, leading to long queues on the highway.
According to reports, one truck overturned in the collision, effectively blocking traffic in both directions and leading to a complete closure of the roadway. Initially, authorities estimated that the highway would reopen around 9 PM, but this timeline has since been extended, with estimates suggesting that it could take an additional four hours before traffic resumes. This prolongation is attributed to the scale of the recovery efforts required at the accident site.
Daniel Mossberg, a press communicator at the Swedish Transport Administration (Trafikverket), indicated that the situation is more complex than initially anticipated, necessitating thorough cleanup and salvage operations on the roadway. The unfolding events highlight the challenges faced in managing traffic incidents of this magnitude, as authorities work to clear the scene and ensure safe passage for drivers once the highway is reopened.
