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"Railway Bridge Collapses in Southern Norway Amid Storm Hans"
natural-disasters2 years ago

"Railway Bridge Collapses in Southern Norway Amid Storm Hans"

A railway bridge in southern Norway collapsed into a river due to Storm Hans, causing damage to the infrastructure. The Randklev Bridge, part of the Dovre line connecting Oslo and Trondheim, slid into the Lågen River during the storm, which also resulted in record high river levels, landslides, and evacuations. The state-owned rail infrastructure company, Bane Nor, is assessing the extent of the damage and cannot determine when the bridge will reopen. Other parts of the railway line have also been affected. The cause of the collapse is unknown, but it occurred during an "extreme flood situation."

Extreme Weather Ravages Nordic Region, Causing Devastation and Disruption
natural-disasters2 years ago

Extreme Weather Ravages Nordic Region, Causing Devastation and Disruption

Storm Hans continues to wreak havoc in the Nordics, causing landslides, flooding, and power outages. Emergency services in Norway have evacuated hundreds of people as heavy rains persist, with the risk of more landslides. The storm has also affected parts of Sweden, Denmark, and Finland, disrupting public transport and causing damage to infrastructure. In southern Norway, floods and landslides have blocked roads and halted train services, while a Swedish passenger train derailed due to the severe weather.

Deadly Storm Ravages Northern Europe, Urging Officials to Advise Staying Indoors
natural-disasters2 years ago

Deadly Storm Ravages Northern Europe, Urging Officials to Advise Staying Indoors

Storm Hans has caused two deaths and widespread damage in northern Europe, with heavy rainfall, strong winds, and flooding affecting Norway, Denmark, Sweden, Lithuania, Finland, Estonia, and Latvia. Ferries and flights have been canceled, roads and streets are flooded, trees have been uprooted, and thousands are without electricity. Evacuations have taken place, and authorities have issued warnings and urged people to stay indoors. The extreme weather is expected to continue for another day, with the risk of road closures and power outages.