Large rockslide on E134 in Etne – road closed
A significant rockslide on the E134 road in Etne, Norway, has resulted in the closure of the road and prompted nearby residents to seek shelter in a nearby tunnel, although no injuries have been reported.
The E134 road in Etne, Norway, experienced a substantial rockslide that was reported to the police around 10:44 AM. Following the incident, the road was closed to traffic, and several individuals who were near the area sought refuge in a nearby tunnel. According to Dag Steinkopf, the operations leader at the South-West Police District, buildings in the vicinity were affected by the rockslide, but fortunately, no injuries have been reported. Emergency services are on their way to the site to assess the situation and provide assistance.
Significant boulders have fallen onto the E134, damaging the road significantly, as noted by a duty officer at Statens Vegvesen, Norway's Public Roads Administration. The road is expected to remain closed for the day while authorities work on clearing the debris and assessing any further risks. Local contractors and geologists have been notified to evaluate the situation and ensure safety measures are in place.
The quick response from emergency services and the proactive measures taken by local authorities have helped mitigate potential harm to the public. With no reported injuries and ongoing efforts to secure the area, the focus will now be on restoring safe passage along the E134 and addressing the underlying geological issues to prevent further incidents in the future.