Authorities received a report of an avalanche at Høgevarde in Norway's Flå municipality, which is located near Norefjell mountain. The police operation leader, Ottar Steinstø, communicated that a helicopter had thoroughly searched the area and found indications that the avalanche is old. This suggests that the likelihood of people being trapped is minimal. The police characterized the message they received as a 'distance report' and were focused on clarifying the situation regarding possible casualties.

As a precaution, the police redirected a helicopter from another avalanche site at Gaustablikk to assist in the search efforts. However, personnel aboard the helicopter reported no visible signs of ski tracks leading into the avalanche, which raised further confidence in the assessment that there were no individuals buried beneath the snow.

In light of these findings, the police have decided to withdraw the rescue resources and conclude their operation, ensuring the safety of their personnel and allocating resources to other pressing matters. This incident underscores the importance of swift communication and assessment in avalanche situations, particularly in the winter months when such events can pose significant risks to outdoor enthusiasts and local communities.