Mar 1 • 21:53 UTC 🇳🇴 Norway VG

They didn't know what the rumbling was: - We ran like crazy

Monica Fjæra and her family had to flee from a landslide near Åkrafjorden, which shook their house but fortunately did not cause injuries.

Monica Fjæra and her family experienced a terrifying landslide incident while on a winter vacation at her husband's childhood home near Åkrafjorden, Norway. After having a peaceful morning, the family was startled by a loud rumbling noise, which they quickly realized was the onset of a large landslide. Despite being accustomed to small rockfalls in the area, the sheer intensity of the rumble and the shaking of their house indicated that this was something unprecedented. In response, they immediately sought safety, fleeing their home as tons of rock cascaded on either side of the residence.

Fortunately, no one was harmed during the episode, although vehicles in the vicinity were damaged, and the main road E134 has been closed due to the risks associated with the landslide. The government has ordered evacuations, and residents have been advised not to return to their homes until further notice. The incident highlights the dangers often present in mountainous and rocky terrain, particularly during winter when weather conditions can lead to increased rockfalls and landslides.

The family's frightening experience serves as a reminder of the unpredictability of natural events, and the importance of urgent response protocols in ensuring the safety of residents in potentially hazardous areas. As the aftermath of the landslide unfolds, local authorities will likely conduct assessments to determine the stability of the surrounding landscape and formulate plans for road repairs and community support for those affected.

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