Norway's Dam Destruction Dilemma: Contemplating Explosive Solution Amidst Devastating Floods

Days of heavy rain in southern Norway have caused landslides and flooding, leading to evacuations and a potential risk of a dam bursting. Authorities are considering blowing up part of the dam to prevent downstream communities from being deluged. The situation is described as "unclear and chaotic," with roads closed and people isolated in several local communities. The extreme weather, caused by Storm Hans, has also affected parts of Sweden, with warnings of extensive consequences and damage. The Norwegian Water Resources and Energy Directorate has upgraded its warning for floods and landslides to red in parts of southern Norway.