The E134 highway near Fjæra in Etne municipality, Vestland, will remain closed after a large landslide occurred on Sunday morning. The closure was confirmed by the police around 10:44 AM, with local authorities advising those in proximity to seek shelter in a nearby tunnel. Fortunately, there were no reports of injuries or casualties from the landslide, which affected surrounding buildings.

Authorities, including operations leader Dag Steinkopf from the Sørvest police district, reported that there were ongoing landslide risks at the scene, prompting further safety measures. As a response to the incident, traffic is being rerouted, with detours via the RV13. The seriousness of the situation is evidenced by the substantial size of the rocks that have fallen onto the road, necessitating prolonged closure while the area is assessed and cleared.

The State Road Administration has communicated that the highway is likely to remain closed for an extended duration to properly address the hazard. The event underscores the geological challenges present in the region and the importance of immediate and effective response by emergency services to ensure public safety and property protection.